Taxes & Fees: Converse vs Live Oak
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Converse, TX and Live Oak, TX?
Converse and Live Oak have similar restriction levels.
Converse, TX
Bexar County
Converse STRs owe the 6 percent Texas state hotel occupancy tax under Tax Code Ch 156, plus any local and Bexar County HOT. Platforms like Airbnb collect some taxes, but the owner remains responsible for filings.
View full Converse rules →Live Oak, TX
Bexar County
Short-term rentals in Live Oak must collect Texas state hotel occupancy tax, and may owe local hotel tax up to 7 percent under Texas Tax Code Chapter 351 if the city has imposed one.
View full Live Oak rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Converse | Live Oak |
|---|---|---|
| State HOT | 6 percent under Tax Code 156 | - |
| Local HOT Cap | Up to 7 percent under Tax Code 351 | - |
| County HOT | Bexar County may impose under Ch 352 | - |
| Threshold | Applies to stays under 30 days at $15+ per day | - |
| Platform Collection | Airbnb/Vrbo collect state HOT automatically | - |
| State Tax Rate | - | 6% under Tax Code 156 |
| Max Local Rate | - | Up to 7% under Tax Code 351 |
| Short-Term Threshold | - | Rentals under 30 days |
| Who Remits Local | - | Typically the host, not platform |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Converse FAQ
What hotel tax rate applies in Converse?
At minimum the 6 percent Texas state HOT applies. Any adopted Converse municipal HOT and Bexar County HOT would be added on top. Confirm current combined rate with the Texas Comptroller.
Does Airbnb collect all my taxes?
Airbnb collects the 6 percent state HOT for Texas hosts, but may not collect every local tax. Check your host dashboard and confirm remaining obligations with the Texas Comptroller.
Is there a small-rental exemption?
For federal income tax, the Augusta Rule (IRC 280A(g)) excludes income when the property is rented 14 or fewer days per year. This does not exempt HOT, which still applies to each booking.
Live Oak FAQ
Does Airbnb pay Live Oak local hotel tax?
Usually no, only state tax; local tax is the host's duty unless agreement exists.
Are long-term tenants exempt?
Yes, stays of 30 or more consecutive days are exempt from hotel tax.
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