In this episode of The Property Mindset, I’m joined by Theo Chambers, CEO and co-founder of Shore Financial, to unpack what these proposed tax changes actually mean for investors, business owners, and first home buyers.
This conversation breaks down the key announcements from the 2026 Federal Budget, including the proposed changes to negative gearing, capital gains tax, and discretionary trust distributions, and explores the real-world implications behind the headlines.
We also discuss several key ideas:
• Why the proposed changes are being viewed as a broad tax grab rather than an affordability solution
• How limiting negative gearing to new builds impacts investors and first home buyers
• What the overhaul to capital gains tax could mean for long-term investing
• Why trust distribution changes disproportionately affect small business owners
• How investors may need to shift towards more cash flow focused strategies moving forward
The episode also explores the unintended consequences these policies could create, including reduced rental supply, tighter borrowing capacity, and investors holding property for longer periods rather than selling.
By the end of the episode, the message is clear: while tax rules and policy settings may evolve, successful investing still comes back to strategy, adaptability, and understanding how to position yourself long term rather than reacting to short-term headlines.
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