Also, many may disagree with me here but in my book, a smart and savvy attorney can make the case they are alleging.

I've obsessively been listening to every podcast episode I can, reading all the books, and signing up for any and every workshop and educational seminar.

Have some real estate under my belt but looking into Short term rentals opposed to long term rentals.Wondering if there is a stand out book to read to gain understanding for Australian Short Term rental market/AIRBNB.Also if there is a specific group for Australians and short term rentals for Australian market/Australian tax system etc, do point me to that.Rod

Yes and a few bookings on Airbnb cost your ranking on Vrbo.

Some say it increases bookings, while others mention concerns about damage and additional cleaning costs.

Direct bookings results in higher revenue.  

(note: there was a whole chapter in the book "The Psychology of Money" regarding this)

This means that sometimes the insurance will be higher than you would think it would be or need to be but be warned; insurance is a "get what you pay for" type of transaction.

I have no issue staying booked so whatever I am doing is working for us.

I highly recommend a book called Foreclosures Unlocked by Matthew Tortoriello and Kevin Shippee.