15/05/2026
Many Australians working hard to build a better future through property investment are understandably paying close attention to the proposed Federal Budget changes around Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and negative gearing.
According to SBS News, the proposed reforms may significantly reshape the investment landscape from July 2027 onwards.
Key proposed changes include:
• The current 50% CGT discount may move to an inflation-linked model• Investors could face a minimum 30% tax on net capital gains• Negative gearing may only apply to new builds from 1 July 2027• Existing investment properties are expected to remain grandfathered under current rules• New construction projects may have the option to choose between old and new CGT arrangements
What does this potentially mean for investors?
The Government’s continued support for NEW housing supply reinforces the growing importance of investing in newly built homes — including smart investment strategies such as CoLiving and dual occupancy housing.
At CoLiving Homes and Dani Homes, we believe these changes further highlight the long-term value of:✔ New build investment strategies✔ Cash-flow focused housing models✔ Creating additional housing supply in high-demand markets✔ Future-focused property planning
As always, investors should seek independent financial and taxation advice to understand how these proposed changes may impact their individual circumstances.
Source: SBS News
