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Negative Gearing and the 2026 Budget: How an Investment Property Buyers Agent Can Help You Rethink Your Strategy

The Australian investment property market has long relied on the favourable tax implications of negative gearing. In light of the highly publicised 2026 Federal Budget announcement, it appears that this investment property strategy requires investors to reconsider their approach to new investments. Far from bringing an end to property investment, we think it is a …

Daniel Chadrawy21 June 2026
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Top 5 Things an Investment Buyers Agent Does (And Why You Need One)

An investment property buyers agent is a licensed professional who sources, analyses, and negotiates property purchases on behalf of the buyer, working exclusively for you rather than the vendor. Here is what that actually means day to day: If you have been wondering whether an investment buyers agent is worth the fee, what follows covers …

Daniel Chadrawy27 May 2026
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SMSF Property Investment Strategy: What You Need to Know Before You Start

An SMSF property investment strategy is one of the most tax-advantaged ways to build long-term wealth in Australia, but it carries strict rules that most investors underestimate before they start. Here is what matters: Getting the structure right before you sign anything is not optional. The compliance requirements are active and the consequences of getting …

Daniel Chadrawy7 May 2026
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What Is an Investment Property Company and How Do They Help You Build Wealth?

A property investment company is a specialist advisory firm that helps you build a property portfolio aligned with your income, tax position, and long-term goals. Here is what that means for you in practice: If you have been managing your portfolio alone, or have never invested before and want to get it right from the …

Daniel Chadrawy30 April 2026
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Australian Property Market

What is rentvesting and how does it work in Australia?

Rentvesting is a property strategy where a person rents in the location they want to live — typically a more expensive area — while simultaneously purchasing an investment property in a more affordable or higher-yielding location. It allows people to enter the property market without compromising their lifestyle location preferences. How rentvesting works: 1. The …

Daniel Chadrawy28 April 2026
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Australian Property Market

What is negative equity in property and how does it happen?

Negative equity occurs when the outstanding mortgage on a property exceeds the property’s current market value. In this situation, if the owner were to sell, the sale proceeds would not cover the full loan balance — leaving the owner with residual debt after settlement. How negative equity occurs: Property value decline. The most common cause. …

Daniel Chadrawy28 April 2026
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Australian Property Market

What is a property valuation and when does an investor need one?

A property valuation is a professional assessment of a property’s market value, prepared by a licensed valuer. In Australia, registered valuers are certified by the Australian Property Institute (API) and are bound by professional standards. When investors need a valuation: Before purchasing. Lenders commission independent valuations as part of the loan assessment process to confirm …

Daniel Chadrawy28 April 2026

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Negative Gearing and the 2026 Budget: How an Investment Property Buyers Agent Can Help You Rethink Your Strategy

The Australian investment property market has long relied on the favourable tax implications of negative gearing. In light of the highly publicised 2026 Federal Budget announcement, it appears that this investment property strategy requires investors to reconsider their approach to new investments. Far from bringing an end to property investment, we think it is a …

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Top 5 Things an Investment Buyers Agent Does (And Why You Need One)

An investment property buyers agent is a licensed professional who sources, analyses, and negotiates property purchases on behalf of the buyer, working exclusively for you rather than the vendor. Here is what that actually means day to day: If you have been wondering whether an investment buyers agent is worth the fee, what follows covers …

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Borrowing Power, Loan Repayments, and More: Which Property Investment Calculator Do You Actually Need?

Property investment calculators give you the numbers behind the decisions before you make them, but not every calculator is relevant to every investor at every stage. Here is what actually matters: The right calculator used at the wrong stage gives you numbers that feel useful but are not. What follows explains which property investment calculators …

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How to Calculate Capital Gains Tax on an Investment Property in Australia

Capital gains is the profit you make when you sell an investment property for more than you paid for it, and in Australia it is added to your taxable income for the year of sale and taxed at your marginal rate. Here is what the process involves: Understanding how to calculate capital gains on investment …