New vs Established Investment Property in 2026: Why the Tax Rules Now Favour New Builds
From 1 July 2027, two investors paying the same price for the same rent can face very different tax bills, simply because one dwelling is new.
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Are High Yield Properties the Future of Property Investing?
TL;DR The May 2026 Federal Budget abolished negative gearing for established properties purchased after 12 May 2026 and will replace the 50 per cent CGT discount with indexation from 1 July 2027. New builds are exempt and keep both tax benefits. With ABS data showing rents still rising and housing the biggest driver of inflation, high yield new builds such as co-living, dual occupancy and duplex homes now offer stronger cash flow and better tax treatment.
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- Investment , Australia Real Estate , Real Estate Australia , Aus Investment Properties , High Yield Properties , Tax Reform 2026
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March 2026 Quarterly Property Report
This report provides a quarterly review of pricing across current market listings analysed by Aus Investment Properties. It is designed as an investor-grade market snapshot of build pricing, land pricing and package pricing across residential investment product types and key states. Unless otherwise stated, all standard residential analysis excludes Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), which is reported separately because specification, compliance settings and package structure differ materially from non-SDA stock.
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- Quarterly Report Australia Real Estate , Real Estate Australia , Aus Investment Properties
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What the Latest RBA Rate Rise Means for Property Investors in 2026
Higher borrowing costs are changing the market, but smart Australian investors can still find strong opportunities TL;DR: The latest RBA rate rise means property investors in Australia need to be more selective in 2026. Higher interest rates can reduce borrowing power and place more pressure on cash flow, but they do not eliminate good investment opportunities. Investors who focus on strong locations, realistic numbers and sustainable rental demand can still make smart property decisions in the current market.
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- RBA Cut Rate Real Estate Australia , Aus Investment Properties , Interest Rates , RBA cut rate , Australian Property Investment , Investment Property 2026
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National Listings Fall Sharply: What Tightening Supply Means for Property Investors
A shrinking pool of listings is reshaping opportunities for Australian investors heading into 2026 Australian investors are heading into the end of 2025 with a property market that is still tight on supply but showing strong buyer activity across capital cities. New SQM Research data from November 2025 reveals a sharp contraction in national listings, continued reduction in stale stock and yet another rise in asking prices. For property investors, these conditions are creating both challenges and strategic opportunities.
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- Aus Investment Properties , Australian Property Investment , national property listing , SQM Research
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What the New Macquarie & Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Lending Clamp Down Means for Property Investors
Stricter “Company & Trust” Loan Rules Could Change Your Investment Strategy, Here’s What You Need to Know The landscape for property investors in Australia is shifting. From 22nd November 2025 CBA introduced tighter lending rules for non individual borrowers that is, companies and trusts significantly affecting how investors finance property through those structures.
Why Buy With Aus Investment Properties?
- Dedicated In-house Project Manager.
- High-yielding properties.
- Independent rental assessment.
- Full turnkey properties, 'Ready to Rent'.
- Brand new properties with builders warranty.
- High quality, highly specified properties.
- Tax and depreciation benefits from new properties.
- Buy direct from the builder.
- Investor or SMSF.
Capital Growth 12 months, measures the increase in a property’s value over the previous 12 months, indicating how much the investment has appreciated in that timeframe.
Capital Growth 10-year annualised, reflects the average annual increase in a property’s value over the last decade, smoothing out short-term fluctuations to show long-term appreciation trends.
Vacancy Rate, indicates the percentage of properties that are currently unoccupied in that postcode, It’s a key indicator for investors to assess the rental demand.
