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Short Term Rental Tax Resources
Dept. of Revenue FAQ’s
The overview and FAQs on this page provide information on the law that expanded room occupancy excise to include short-term rentals and changes that apply to traditional lodging establishments.
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/short-term-rentals-frequently-asked-questionsMassTaxConnect Tutorials
These short video tutorials demonstrate how to navigate MassTaxConnect. They are designed for both beginners and experienced users. Make a selection from the videos below the player.
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/masstaxconnect-room-occupancy-excise-video-tutorials-for-operators-and-intermediariesText of the new law
An act regulating and insuring short-term rentals
https://malegislature.gov/Laws/ SessionLaws/ Acts/2018/Chapter337Jennifer DeSimone, Constituent Services Manager on this new law
Email: desimonej@dor.state.ma.us
Tax Department: (617) 887-6367
Toll-free in Massachusetts: (800) 392-6089
8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Tax Department: (617) 887-6367
Toll-free in Massachusetts: (800) 392-6089
8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Tax percentages for each town
A chart of the lodging tax for short-term vacation rentals in Massachusetts by towns located in the Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket and Just off Cape areas.
https://blog.weneedavacation.com/ short-term-lodging-tax-percentage-by-town