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Mark Smith responds to Scott's inquiry about converting his property in Gua Bay for Airbnb rental. He explains that in Greater Sydney, there's a 180-day cap on short-term rentals, meaning properties can only be rented out for a maximum of 180 days per year. Mark suggests that Scott's property could fit well below this cap initially and advises him to monitor the demand closely in the second half of the year.
Mark mentions a possible government levy in the future but encourages Scott to register for the short-term rental register, costing around $60-$65, which is necessary for platforms like Airbnb to track bookings against the 180-day cap.
He recommends Scott to start his listing before any potential rule changes and suggests targeting off-platform bookings for repeat business in the future. Mark offers assistance as an Airbnb Ambassador and invites Scott to reach out with any further questions or assistance needed.