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515 Chickasaw Gap Way

515 Chickasaw Gap Way

Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

$449,000

2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,144 sqft · Listed 1d ago

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Low confidenceEst. land %Negative cash flow

Year built

1999

Sqft

1,144

Lot sqft

436

HOA / mo

$150

Furnished

No

List date

2026-10-28T19:09:51.000000Z

Revenue

Annual revenue

$45,400

ADR

$211

Occupancy

59%

Cleaning fees (12 mo)

$9,046

Confidence

Low (36.84), 50 comps

Comp revenue range (p25 / median / p75)

$19,588$32,590$49,175

Median revenue of shown comps: $32,217

  • Pigeon Forge Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Mountain Views!

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 62 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $56,785ADR $225Occ ≈ 69%4.8★ (264)

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  • Another Day in Bearadise Free Tickets, No Catch

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 161 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $51,881ADR $228Occ ≈ 62%4.5★ (23)

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  • 1 Mile To Parkway! Cozy, Hot Tub, & Game Rm!

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 177 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +6

    Revenue $57,845ADR $239Occ ≈ 66%5★ (143)

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  • A Cozy Cabin | Hot Tub | Wi-fi | Resort Pool

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 184 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +4

    Revenue $2,068ADR $172Occ ≈ 3%—

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  • Free Attraction Tixs Hot Tub Resort Pool

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 266 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $18,585ADR $292Occ ≈ 17%—

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  • Almost Heaven Cabin Rental

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 276 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $4,785ADR $210Occ ≈ 6%—

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  • Southern Comfort - Your Perfect Oasis

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 276 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +4

    Revenue $32,962ADR $166Occ ≈ 54%4.7★ (424)

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  • Charming Log Cabin, Sleeps 4, Game Room, Hot tub

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4 · 295 ft

    Revenue $24,396ADR $214Occ ≈ 31%4.3★ (4)

    Delisted

  • 1 Mile to Pigeon Forge・Charming Log Cabin・Hot Tub

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4 · 295 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $39,115ADR $209Occ ≈ 51%4.1★ (10)

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  • Bear Retreat・Hot Tub・Game Room・Dog Friendly

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 351 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +6

    Revenue $73,675ADR $288Occ ≈ 70%4.5★ (72)

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  • Cabin w/Hot Tub, Game Room, & Attraction Tickets

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4 · 413 ft

    Revenue $22,132ADR $241Occ ≈ 25%4.4★ (297)

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  • Cozy Family Cabin w/ Hot Tub, Near Dollywood

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 433 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +6

    Revenue $62,076ADR $234Occ ≈ 73%4.8★ (182)

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  • Theater, Hot Tub, Game Room, Fire Pit + Free Tix

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 502 ft

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $32,217ADR $412Occ ≈ 21%—

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  • Location! HotTub-PoolTabl-Arcade-Shufflebrd-2KngBd

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.1 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $75,708ADR $257Occ ≈ 81%5★ (242)

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  • Forever Yours, 2 Hot tubs, FREE Attraction tickets, WIFI, Near The Parkway!!!

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.1 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Wifi
    • +2

    Revenue $38,996ADR $191Occ ≈ 56%4.5★ (12)

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  • BearDacious! Cozy Cabin Vibe|Prime Location|HotTub

    Cabin · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · sleeps 4 · 0.1 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $48,019ADR $202Occ ≈ 65%4.9★ (56)

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  • Lovers Paradise Cabin Rental

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.1 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $3,273ADR $218Occ ≈ 4%—

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  • Pigeon Forge Retreat For Hot Tub, Pool, Relaxation

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 0.2 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +6

    Revenue $55,857ADR $226Occ ≈ 68%4.8★ (321)

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  • "Lovers Paradise" 2 Bedroom Cabin

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.2 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +5

    Revenue $27,263ADR $352Occ ≈ 21%—

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  • Cozy Creek

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Pets OK
    • +5

    Revenue $26,131ADR $218Occ ≈ 33%4.9★ (110)

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  • Close to everything! Trolley stop - Hot Tub & Pool - No Steep Roads - Cinnamon Cottage

    Cottage · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +6

    Revenue $40,567ADR $180Occ ≈ 62%4.8★ (282)

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  • Stunning, Newly Renovated Villa! Close to Strip #3

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +3

    Revenue $18,740ADR $227Occ ≈ 23%5★ (63)

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  • Smoky Mountain Cabin Near Pigeon Forge | Hot Tub, Theater & Arcade

    Cabin · 2 bd · 3 ba · sleeps 8 · 0.3 mi

    Revenue $4,912ADR $395Occ ≈ 3%—

    Delisted

  • "Mountain Music" 2 Bedroom Home

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +4

    Revenue $12,914ADR $292Occ ≈ 12%—

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  • Cozy House in the Heart of Pigeon Forge

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Pets OK
    • +4

    Revenue $6,544ADR $192Occ ≈ 9%—

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  • Brand New Luxe Cabin, Sleeps 6・Hot tub・Pool Table

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +4

    Revenue $49,525ADR $222Occ ≈ 61%4.8★ (32)

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  • Creekside Cottage with a Hot Tub

    Cottage · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 0.3 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +7

    Revenue $52,234ADR $256Occ ≈ 56%4.7★ (77)

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  • Stunning, Newly Renovated Villa! Close to Strip #1

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Pets OK
    • +4

    Revenue $37,028ADR $210Occ ≈ 48%5★ (81)

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  • Stunning, Newly Renovated Villa! Close to Strip #2

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Pets OK
    • +3

    Revenue $31,875ADR $219Occ ≈ 40%4.9★ (83)

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  • Smoky Mountain Chalet | Pool | Steps to Parkway

    Chalet · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.3 mi

    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +3

    Revenue $22,163ADR $199Occ ≈ 31%4.9★ (139)

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  • 5 Mins to Parkway - Sauna, Arcade + Games

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · sleeps 8 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Pets OK
    • +6

    Revenue $106,014ADR $335Occ ≈ 87%5★ (90)

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  • Fantastic Mr. Fox Cabin, Hot Tub Near Pigeon Forge

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +4

    Revenue $48,124ADR $227Occ ≈ 58%4.8★ (54)

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  • Karen's Cabin: Pet Friendly, Free Attraction Tickets, Hot Tub, & Minutes off Pigeon Forge Parkway

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $41,014ADR $183Occ ≈ 61%4.5★ (61)

    Delisted

  • Close to Everything! Hot Tub Pool No Steep Roads

    Cottage · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +4

    Revenue $43,128ADR $182Occ ≈ 65%4.8★ (200)

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  • Bear Pause: Contemporary Cabin - Centrally Located

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Pets OK
    • +5

    Revenue $77,287ADR $255Occ ≈ 83%4.8★ (106)

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  • Modern Mountain Chalet Near Parkway – Ideal for Family Adventures!

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • +6

    Revenue $25,999ADR $177Occ ≈ 40%4.8★ (185)

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  • Hot Tub, Pool Table, 1/2 mile Pigeon Forge parkway

    House · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $11,865ADR $239Occ ≈ 14%5★ (110)

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  • Cozy home close to everything

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +3

    Revenue $26,579ADR $124Occ ≈ 59%5★ (21)

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  • Close to Action Community Pool Near the Parkway

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $9,371ADR $176Occ ≈ 15%4.8★ (5)

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  • Close To It All Outdoor Pool-Pigeon Forge

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $9,917ADR $180Occ ≈ 15%5★ (4)

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  • 2 BR cabin w/hot tub, pool table & great location

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $17,307ADR $254Occ ≈ 19%4.3★ (3)

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  • Country Elegances

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $26,818ADR $226Occ ≈ 33%5★ (57)

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  • Snuggle Bear Cabin

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 8 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +3

    Revenue $72,651ADR $247Occ ≈ 81%4.8★ (282)

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  • Two Cubs Cottage

    House · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 5 · 0.4 mi

    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Pets OK
    • +4

    Revenue $28,043ADR $219Occ ≈ 35%5★ (74)

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  • Pigeon Forge Cabin w/ Games, 1 Mi to Parkway!

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +3

    Revenue $45,134ADR $246Occ ≈ 50%4.5★ (162)

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  • Cozy Cuddles

    House · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $25,454ADR $223Occ ≈ 31%4.8★ (148)

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  • 2 Bedrooms

    Vacation home · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    Revenue $58,218ADR $242Occ ≈ 66%4.7★ (4)

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  • Smoky Mountain Escape w/ Pool & Hot Tub

    Condominium (condo) · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • Pool
    • A/C
    • Wifi
    • +3

    Revenue $7,852ADR $355Occ ≈ 6%5★ (3)

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  • Cozy 2 bedroom cabin with kids loft and hot tub

    Cabin · 2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6 · 0.4 mi

    • Hot tub
    • A/C
    • Free parking
    • Wifi
    • +4

    Revenue $37,087ADR $172Occ ≈ 59%5★ (111)

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Revenue and nightly rate (ADR) are trailing-12-month figures per listing. Occupancy is estimated as revenue ÷ ADR ÷ 365 and can read high when revenue includes cleaning fees.

Cash flow calculator

Financing
Management
Term

Rate 8.07% = 7.32% Freddie Mac 30-yr avg (Oct 22) + 0.75% investor premium

Est. revenue

$45,400

NOI

$22,319

Cash flow /mo

-$627

Cash needed

$146,210

Cash-on-cash

-5.2%

ROE (yr 1)

6.0%

Cap rate

5.0%

DSCR

0.75

Year-1 write-off

$126,647

Year-1 tax shield @ 32%

$40,527

Year-1 return on equity

  • Cash flow (annual)-$7,530
  • Principal paydown$2,774
  • Appreciation at%$13,470
ROE6.0%

Tax savings aren't counted. Turn on “Count tax savings in returns” above if you can use the losses.

Opex, cash-needed & tax-savings breakdown

Annual operating expenses

  • Management (20% of revenue)$9,080
  • Platform fees (3% of revenue)$1,362
  • Maintenance / capex (5% of revenue)$2,270
  • Utilities & supplies$4,200
  • HOA$1,800
  • Property tax$1,675
  • Insurance (STR-rated)$2,694

Cash needed to close

  • Down payment (25%)$112,250
  • Closing costs (4.0%)$17,960
  • Furnishing (bought new)$16,000

Tax savings if the STR loophole applies

  • Tax shield @ 32%$40,527

No county tax record split for property tax, insurance rate and the land/building split, so those use market defaults — edit the price above; other assumptions match the daily feed (see tasks/plan.md).

The write-off comes from the cost segregation estimate below. Not tax advice.

Cost segregation estimate

An estimate from the listing: every part of the home is priced from national construction costs, less wear for age, and the price (less land) is spread over the parts in proportion. The headline is what a typical cost seg study would claim for this property. The answers below are optional refinements.

Depreciable basis

$382,000

Short-life (5/15-yr)

$110,000 · 29%

Year-1 deduction

$127,000

Year-1 tax shield @ 32%

$41,000

Land 15% (market default, no usable tax-record split) · building $271,000 over 39 years · new furniture $16,000

Based on: 1,144 sq ft, built 1999, 2 bd / 2.5 ba, unfurnished, listing features (hot tub, deck, patio, fireplace, flooring types, appliance list).

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IRS-guide safe-harbor floor: $84,000 in year 1 (18% short-life, $27,000 tax shield), the conservative amount following the IRS audit guide's residential classification table.

5-year property$77,100
  • Kitchen cabinetsdefault

    $8,300 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $10,300
  • Kitchen countertopsdefault

    $6,800 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $8,400
  • Decorative trimdefault

    $2,000 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $2,500
  • Mirrorsdefault

    $300 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $400
  • Shelvingdefault

    $900 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $1,100
  • Window coverings (11)default

    $2,800 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $3,400
  • Carpet, vinyl & laminate (33% of floors)listing

    $2,500 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $3,000
  • Kitchen & laundry equipment plumbingdefault

    $6,500 new × 46% good × 3.10 allocation

    $9,200
  • Kitchen, laundry & data equipment electricaldefault

    $3,900 new × 46% good × 3.10 allocation

    $5,600
  • Appliances (microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, washer)listing

    $4,900 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $6,100
  • Hot tub (freestanding)listing

    $9,000 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $11,200
  • Furniture bought newlisting

    $16,000 new × 100% good · bought separately

    $16,000
15-year land improvements$49,200
  • Paving: driveway & walks (paved)default

    $7,000 new × 50% good × 3.10 allocation

    $10,900
  • Landscaping (typical)default

    $6,700 new × 50% good × 3.10 allocation

    $10,400
  • Patioslisting

    $5,100 new × 50% good × 3.10 allocation

    $8,000
  • Decks & porches (attached)listing

    $12,900 new × 50% good × 3.10 allocation

    $19,900
Building, 39-year$271,300
  • Structure: foundation, framing, walls, windows, doors, roof, interior finishesdefault

    $123,800 new × 55% good × 3.10 allocation

    $210,900
  • Building plumbing & fixturesdefault

    $12,800 new × 46% good × 3.10 allocation

    $18,300
  • Building electrical & lightingdefault

    $11,800 new × 46% good × 3.10 allocation

    $16,800
  • HVACdefault

    $12,900 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $16,000
  • Hardwood & tile floorsdefault

    $4,900 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $6,100
  • Fireplacelisting

    $2,600 new × 40% good × 3.10 allocation

    $3,300

About the property

Depreciation schedule: typical cost seg study

Year5-yr15-yrBuildingTotal
1$77,100$49,200$300$126,600
2$0$0$7,000$7,000
3$0$0$7,000$7,000
4$0$0$7,000$7,000
5$0$0$7,000$7,000
6+$0$0$243,200$243,200
Total$77,100$49,200$271,300$397,600

The building's share of the price ($382,000) is 3.1x our depreciated replacement cost of the home ($123,000). The IRS guide treats a gap this size as a reason to review the land share: if land is worth more than the county ratio says, the basis and the write-off are smaller.

Model-based estimate, not an engineered cost segregation study. The IRS doesn’t approve studies; get a professional study before filing. Using these losses against W-2 income needs the short-term rental exception (average stay ≤7 days + material participation). The 39-year building life applies because stays average under 30 days, a separate test (27.5 years for a long-term rental). Federal only: California, Georgia and Wisconsin disallow bonus depreciation, Ohio adds back 5/6 of it, and Tennessee has no personal income tax. Not tax advice.

Market note

STR allowed in most of Sevier County; inside Gatlinburg city limits only in overnight-rental zones.