Category: Smoky Mountains

Bonus depreciation is returning to 100% for assets placed in service from 2025 through 2027, creating a powerful tax advantage for short-term rental owners. Learn how STR investors can use cost segregation, meet material participation requirements, and document placed-in-service readiness to maximize first-year deductions — and how Staylah provides the operational records CPAs depend on.

The IRS 250-hour safe harbor gives short-term rental owners a clear path to claiming the 20% Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction — but only if they understand what hours count, how it differs from material participation, and how to document rental services correctly. Learn how STR owners qualify and how Staylah helps streamline the process with detailed operational records and support.

Autumn in the Smoky Mountains means crisp air, colorful foliage, and unforgettable festivals. From Dollywood’s Harvest Festival to Anakeesta’s Bear-Varian Fall Fest, explore the top events happening in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville this fall 2025.

From waterfall hikes to music festivals and river tubing, August in the Smoky Mountains is packed with unforgettable summer fun. Here’s your guide to the best things to do before the season slips away.

Escape to the mountains for a star-spangled 4th of July! The Smoky Mountain region offers an unforgettable Independence Day with dazzling fireworks, quirky parades, and festive family fun in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and beyond. Here's your ultimate guide to free 4th of July 2025 events in Eastern Tennessee.

Each spring, as twilight descends upon the Great Smoky Mountains, a captivating natural spectacle unfolds: fireflies illuminating the night with their enchanting glow. Among the myriad species, the synchronous fireflies stand out, orchestrating a mesmerizing display of synchronized flashing that draws nature enthusiasts from around the globe!

Are you dreaming of a summer getaway to the Smoky Mountains where you can escape the tourist traps and discover the region’s hidden gems? This 3-day itinerary is designed for families, couples, and solo travelers who want to experience the secret side of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.

A great home deserves great representation. Here’s how reputation turns into revenue—and how to protect it.