How the 2026 Federal Budget Could Impact Property Investors in Australia

Federal Budget Explained: Negative Gearing, CGT & Property Investors Featuring Dragan Dimovski & Amanda Calabria, Property Educator at Buyers Agency Australia In this episode of The Passive With Property Podcast, Dragan and Amanda share their initial thoughts on the 2026 Federal Budget and what the proposed changes could mean for Australian property investors, renters and first home buyers. The biggest talking point? 👉 Negative gearing. Amanda breaks down why the proposed changes may not impact sophisticated investors as much as people think — especially those with well-structured portfolios that include both positively and negatively geared properties. But while investors may be able to pivot… 💥 Renters and first home buyers could feel the pressure. In this episode, they discuss: ✔️ Proposed negative gearing changes ✔️ What “grandfathering” could mean for existing investors ✔️ Why portfolio planning matters more than ever ✔️ How first-time investors could be pushed into cashflow-positive markets ✔️ The possible impact on renters in low-yield areas ✔️ Why off-the-plan and house-and-land packages may become a trap ✔️ Capital gains tax considerations ✔️ Changes around discretionary trusts ✔️ Why smart investors may use the next 3–5 years to position themselves carefully Amanda also explains why chasing tax benefits alone can lead investors into poor property decisions. Because negative gearing is not a strategy. 👉 It’s a perk. Dragan and Amanda also discuss how fear-based advice may start flooding the market, especially from developers, sales-driven buyers agents and property “gurus” looking to push investors into new stock. Their message is clear: 💥 Don’t panic. 💥 Don’t fear-buy. 💥 Don’t chase tax perks over strategy. Instead, investors need to understand how these changes may affect the broader market — and how to position themselves based on fundamentals, not hype. Because in property… 👉 The investors who stay calm, think long-term and avoid the traps are usually the ones who benefit most. 🔥 Listen to the full episode now! ⚠️ Disclaimer: Everything discussed is general in nature and not intended as financial advice. Connect with Buyers Agency Australia 🌐 buyersagencyaustralia.com.au 📞 Book your free 15-minute call → https://propertysession.com.au/15 📘 Order my book → https://buyersagencyaustralia.com.au/book 🎧 Listen to the Passive with Property Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QZ6haVdzgLtqAqDsdpo9R?si=ca07fd2a18d248e3 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passive-with-property/id1673633552 Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1673633552|