The Age ·general ·2 hours ago

Spooked investors could see house prices sink after big budget changes

Australia's government overhauled property taxes Tuesday, limiting negative gearing and capital gains discounts to new builds from July 2027. Banks forecast 2 percent slower price growth over three years with minimal rent impact, but economists warn spooked investors could trigger sharper short-term declines.

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