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In 2021, the typical host on Airbnb in Australia earned $11,464 or more.   Key Points Airbnb hosts in Australia earn up to $11,500 per year Data revealed 41% of Australian Airbnb hosts use the extra cash to help cover everyday essentials Airbnb damage protection insurance boosted from $1m to $3m   To offset cost of living struggles, a […]

The industry has evolved rapidly with an avalanche of new players joining traditional providers. Along with that evolution has come changing community expectations and the need for law makers to keep pace. Ten years ago, when you thought about the short-term accommodation market in Australia, chances are your thoughts turned to holiday lets in beachside […]

Landlords of short-stay rentals in the heart of Sydney that once fetched hundreds of dollars a night have been forced to return them to the long-term rental market amid the pandemic, with the supply glut slashing prices for locals. Some owners of traditional rental properties are renovating dated listings to compete better with the influx […]

What is a Bed and Breakfast? A Bed & Breakfast business is an accommodation and hospitality service that provides guests to sleep in at your inn, and a full breakfast before they check out. Differentiate the business A Bed & Breakfast is a creative profession. Changing markets have dictated and shifted how this industry is […]

Protecting my property while allowing pets We asked managing director/licensee at Investors Edge Real Estate, Jarrad Mahon for his advice on allowing pets. “It’s best if you can plan for pets when building or doing renovations because its usually pretty costly to make changes after the fact,” Jarrad said. “Options include having hard flooring to the majority of […]

A staggering rise in furnished rental listings suggests short-stay hosts are desperately seeking long-term tenants, as the COVID-19 travel restrictions wipe out holiday-makers. There were 54% more furnished properties listed nationally on realestate.com.au this week, compared to last week, and a 152% increase on the week before. Tasmania had a mammoth 536% rise on furnished […]

This quaint home will calm your soul & rejuvenate your senses. Relax and unwind by the lake, whether it’s for a weekend or a week, you’re sure to head back to reality feeling refreshed!     Sleeps: 11 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Min. Stay: 2 – 3 nights Prices starting from: $250 P/N Little by […]

Welcome to Relaxing Getaway – This is the perfect setting to spend a few days or weeks simply relaxing, sailing, skiing, swimming, paddling, boating and fishing. Relaxing Getaway is well equipped for couples or small family getaways.     Sleeps: 6 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Min. Stay: 2 – 4 nights Prices starting from: $220 […]

Relax and unwind by the pool or even take a walk down to the lake which is within walking distance to enjoy the beautiful Lake Macquarie. Whether it’s for a weekend or a week, you’re sure to head back to reality feeling refreshed!       Prices starting from: $180 P/N Sleeps: 8 Bedrooms: 3 […]

A spacious family home with a stunning Lake Macquarie backdrop. As the days grow longer and offering a stunning view of Lake Macquarie unfolding before you and endless conveniences at your fingertips, the holiday lifestyle here is a stunning fusion of relaxation and wow factor living.     Sleeps: 12 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Min. […]

Welcome to The Place, a house of peace, love and laughter! Located by the shores of Lake Macquarie, The Place is a family home that has everything you need for your next family holiday or lakeside fishing adventure.     Prices starting from: $250 P/N Sleeps: 9 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Min. Stay: 2 – […]

Welcome to Le Domicile on Point. This sun soaked, spacious family home is located adjacent to Raffertys Resort and offers everything you could ever dream of for your next holiday or weekend escape. Just 90 minutes from Sydney and with a selection of pristine beaches all within a few minutes’ drive, this spectacular home is […]

Welcome to Gone Fishing! Located opposite the shores of Lake Macquarie, the boat ramp and waterfront reserve BBQ, picnic area and playground, this truly is a home away from home. This is the perfect setting to spend a few days or weeks simply relaxing, sailing, skiing, swimming, paddling, boating and fishing.     Prices starting […]

Welcome to Tranquil Waters – this is the perfect setting to spend a few days or weeks doing as little or as much as you like! The options are endless, paddle boarding, kayaking, surfing, swimming, fishing or simply kicking back by the water’s edge with a good book!     Sleeps: 10 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: […]

Welcome to Lazy Daze, a sun soaked executive-style property which occupies one of the most exclusive waterfront positions on Lake Macquarie on the NSW Central Coast, and offers everything you could ever dream of for your holiday, with panoramic water views to the north and plenty of lifestyle appeal as part of the package.   […]

Welcome to Adrift. This sun soaked, executive-style luxury accommodation occupies one of the most exclusive waterfront positions on Lake Macquarie on the NSW Central Coast, and offers everything you could ever dream of for your holiday, with panoramic water views, private jetty and plenty of lifestyle appeal as part of the package.   Prices starting […]

You can’t turn a corner on social media without coming across a ‘success story’. Everyone is happy to lay bare their wins – particularly those looking to grow an advisory business by attempting to demonstrate just how wealthy their decisions have made them. There are, however, two obvious pitfalls in believing someone who only talks […]

In September 2018, a fatal accident at an Airbnb on the Sunshine Coast called into question the liability of Airbnb hosts in the context of emergency situations involving guests. On the basis that listing a property with Airbnb effectively classifies the property as a business, there are a variety of regulatory, insurance and workplace health […]

To help those in urgent need, and those who are heading into bushfire impacted areas to assist with recovery and rebuilding efforts, Flatmates.com.au is urging all Aussies with a spare room or vacant property to open their doors and provide temporary accommodation.   Many bushfire victims have lost their homes and are seeking temporary accommodation. […]

This executive waterfront property on the shores of the pristine Lake Macquarie on the Central Coast of NSW boasts incredible views and is arguably one of best holiday escape properties in this sought-after area.     This executive-style residence is a demonstration of contemporary living. Set on a little over a half an acre, this […]