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Join us at Formosa Winery Tasting House for an educational and engaging holiday gathering designed for Central Florida STR hosts and managers. Avalara will provide practical STR tax updates and compliance insights for 2026, along with important considerations that can help you operate more confidently in the year ahead. Guests will also enjoy a complimentary first drink from FAVR, complimentary appetizers provided by Avalara, and time to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Holiday sweaters are encouraged. The most wonderfully terrible sweater of the evening will take home the trophy.
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We are excited to welcome the Osceola County Sheriff's Office and their Tourism Policing Unit & Fraud Division — a specialized 4-person squad dedicated to supporting the vacation rental community.
What the Sheriff’s Office will cover:
- Latest crime trends in the Osceola area and beyond
- Vacation rental burglary spikes and what’s driving them
- Credit card fraud schemes targeting short-term rentals
- What happens after a property is targeted — what hosts should expect
- Steps to take if guests become victims during a stay
- How preventative measures reduce your risk and make guests LESS of a target
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What You Can Expect
- Educational STR tax update from Avalara
- Actionable compliance insights for 2026
- Complimentary first drink from FAVR
- Complimentary appetizers from Avalara
- Holiday sweater contest and trophy
- Networking with Central Florida STR professionals
Central Florida Lodging Tax Compliance & the World Cup
- Learn the specific STR tax requirements for Orange, Osceola, Polk, and Lake Counties.
- Understand how major events like the 2026 World Cup are increasing enforcement at the local level.
- Get ahead of compliance by learning what licenses and registrations are required before renting.
- Discover how platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo may not cover all tax obligations, especially if you're the merchant of record.
How Avalara MyLodgeTax Helps:
- Register your property and obtain local lodging licenses.
- Automate monthly filings and payments to the correct jurisdictions.
- Reduce risk of penalties by staying on top of changing tax rules.
- Offer peace of mind so you’re ready for guests — and auditors.
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Event Takeaways
- Practical STR tax education
- Compliance insights for 2026
- Networking with Central Florida STR peers
- Holiday sweater contest fun
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Event Details
Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM ET
Location: Formosa Winery Tasting House
Address:
3011 Formosa Gardens Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Cost: Free
Included: First drink + appetizers
Extra: Cash bar available
Please RSVP using the registration button below this description.
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