How do you rent out your apartment to companies?
By Olof Kernell • November 27, 2025
Renting out your apartment to companies can be a profitable and secure business opportunity. By partnering with Guestit, the process becomes easier, from preparation and legal requirements to tax handling. In this article, we explore the benefits of corporate rentals through Guestit, the rules and permits involved, how to prepare your apartment for corporate guests, and important tax considerations.
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“By following the rules and preparing your home carefully, renting to companies can become a profitable and safe arrangement.”
Benefits of renting out your apartment to companies through Guestit
Renting your apartment to companies through Guestit offers several advantages:
- Attractive tenants: Corporate guests often choose apartments based on practical factors such as proximity to offices, good transport connections, and parking availability. Since companies prioritise convenience over finding the lowest price, your apartment can achieve a higher rental level.
- Less wear and tear: Corporate guests, such as consultants or employees on temporary assignments, often travel alone and rarely bring children. This typically results in less wear over time.
- Professional marketing: Guestit handles marketing, bookings, guest communication, and cleaning, saving you time and effort as a host.
Rules and permits for renting to companies
Before renting your apartment to a company, it is important to know what rules apply. If you own a condominium, you usually need approval from the board to rent it out. If you have a rental apartment, you need permission from the landlord.
Renting without approval may lead to termination of your contract. For corporate rentals through Guestit, you should also check any specific rules in your housing association’s bylaws or in the rental agreement. Guestit helps you navigate these requirements and ensures the rental follows all applicable regulations.
Renting without approval may lead to termination of your contract. For corporate rentals through Guestit, you should also check any specific rules in your housing association’s bylaws or in the rental agreement. Guestit helps you navigate these requirements and ensures the rental follows all applicable regulations.
Prepare your apartment for corporate rentals
To attract corporate guests and ensure a positive experience, it is important to prepare your apartment properly. These steps increase your chances of receiving good reviews and repeat bookings:
- Furniture and equipment: Make sure the apartment is fully furnished and equipped with essentials such as kitchenware, bed linens, and towels.
- Workspace: Many corporate guests appreciate a dedicated work area with a desk and good lighting.
- Fast internet: A reliable and fast internet connection is essential for business travellers.
- Cleaning: The apartment must be clean and fresh between each stay. Guestit provides professional cleaning services to help manage this.
Tax considerations when renting your apartment to companies
When renting your apartment to companies, it is important to understand the tax rules that apply. According to the Swedish Tax Agency, rental income from private residences must be declared as capital income. A standard deduction of 40,000 SEK per year and per property. An additional deduction of 20 percent of the rental income.
However, if you rent to your own company, a relative’s company, or your employer, special rules apply. In these cases, you cannot use the standard deduction. Instead, you may deduct only the actual additional costs caused by the rental, such as electricity, water, and wear. To ensure you follow the correct rules, it is recommended to contact the Swedish Tax Agency for guidance tailored to your situation.
However, if you rent to your own company, a relative’s company, or your employer, special rules apply. In these cases, you cannot use the standard deduction. Instead, you may deduct only the actual additional costs caused by the rental, such as electricity, water, and wear. To ensure you follow the correct rules, it is recommended to contact the Swedish Tax Agency for guidance tailored to your situation.
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