Should You Manage Your Airbnb Yourself or Hire a Property Manager?

Short-term rental investors should welcome their new investment achievement. Your investment success depends on your decision between handling property management yourself or hiring a professional management company. Your business success together with your personal life quality depends on this decision. The reality of passive income through hosting turns into a full-time, demanding task, according to […]

Mornington Peninsula Short-Term Holiday Rental Laws: What Property Owners Need to Know

The Mornington Peninsula hosts over 1.6 million overnight visitors annually, attracting it the third-largest short-stay rental market in Australia. If you operate or intend to operate short-term rental accommodation in this sought-after area, regulations here are not something you can skip, it’s mandatory. Short Stay Rental Accommodation Local Law Passed in May 2018, the Mornington […]

A Night to Remember: Behind the Scenes of BNB Butler’s Award-Winning Moment

Last Friday was a night to celebrate, reflect, and recognise the hard work that defines BNB Butler.  We’re proud to share that we were named National Short Stay Manager of the Year at the 2024 National Property Management Awards! For us, this isn’t just about the trophy—it’s about the journey that led us here and […]

Victoria’s new Airbnb tax: Exemptions and Key details

Starting January 1, 2025, rental property owners in Victoria will face a new 7.5% levy on revenue from short-term accommodation (the ‘Airbnb Tax’). This initiative, led by the Victorian Government, aims to address the housing shortage and promote long-term rental options. 1. Levy Details Who Pays the Levy? The tax applies only to reservations made […]

The Power of Guest Reviews.

94% of guests want to see the reviews before booking. There’s no denying that in 2023 reviews make a huge difference to how we buy and book things. When booking a hotel, you look at reviews of the brand and ratings to make sure you’re making the best decision. In contrast, for properties on Airbnb, […]

How the Formula One impacts Airbnb Rentals

The Formula One race in Melbourne is a major event that attracts thousands of visitors to the city each year. We see the race’s impact on Airbnb listings and the properties we manage each year. The sport’s popularity and the demand for bookings go hand in hand. Globally, Formula One has seen a recent boom […]