Should you still buy property after the latest Australian Budget changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax?

Molly sits down with buyers’ agent and property investing expert Arjun Paliwal from Investorkit to break down what’s actually changed for Australian property investors and first home buyers, what hasn’t, and whether the recent tax changes should really affect your decision to buy property.

With so much confusion around negative gearing, capital gains tax, new build incentives and property investing, it’s easy to panic and put your plans on hold. This episode cuts through the noise with clear, practical advice, no jargon, no scaremongering.

Whether you're considering buying your first home, investing in property, or you've paused your plans because of the latest government changes, this episode will help you understand what the new rules could mean for you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What’s actually changed with negative gearing, capital gains tax and new build incentives
• What the latest Australian Budget changes mean for property investors and first home buyers
• Why property finance applications have reportedly dropped since the Budget
• Arjun’s five-point checklist for knowing when it could be the right time to buy
• Why new build investment properties aren’t automatically better
• What happens if you buy property now, including the July 2027 and July 2028 cut-offs
• How interest rate cuts and rising rents could offset some of the impact of negative gearing changes
• Who is actually affected by the new property tax rules, and who isn’t
• What the proposed capital gains tax discount changes and 30% minimum tax could mean for investors
• The “third decade effect” and why time in the market can matter more than perfect timing
• Why uncertainty doesn’t necessarily mean you should stop investing

Who is this episode for?

This episode is for Australian women thinking about buying their first home or an investment property, anyone feeling anxious about recent Australian Budget and property tax changes, and women who want to make property investment decisions based on strategy rather than fear.

The biggest takeaway? The property fundamentals haven’t necessarily changed as much as people’s confidence has. And understanding the difference could help you make a much more informed decision about your next move.

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Arjun Paliwal is one of the speakers joining us at the Online Wealth Summit 2026, a free one-day virtual financial education event designed to help you make smarter, more confident decisions with your money.

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