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Albany County will implement a short-term occupancy tax for Airbnb and VRBO rentals starting in 2026.
Albany County approves short-term occupancy tax for Airbnb, VRBO rentals starting 2026
Summary
Albany County will implement a short-term occupancy tax on Airbnb and VRBO rentals starting in 2026. This tax will impact hosts in the county and is a new cost of doing business. Hosts should begin to plan for these additional expenses, taking into account any potential impact on their pricing strategies.
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