Tag Archives: Airbnb Property Management

How much do Airbnb managers charge in Australia?

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Most full-service Airbnb managers in Australia charge between 15% and 25% of your booking income. Regional areas often sit at the higher end, because nightly rates are lower and the work per booking is the same. That percentage is the number everyone compares. It’s also only part of the picture. The three common fee models […]

The ATO’s short-term rental crackdown: what owners need to know

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In May 2026, the ATO released new guidance on how it treats rental properties, and it changes how short-term rentals are looked at from 1 July 2026. If your property earns income on Airbnb or Stayz and you also stay in it sometimes, this affects you. I sat down with our accountant, Jason Gillespie from […]

The renovator’s bargain that quietly eats your Airbnb profits

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If you’re weighing up a cheap older house you’ll do up against a newer build that costs more upfront, buy the newer build. I know the renovator looks like the better deal on paper. It usually isn’t, not for short-term rental.