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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 […]