The Tax Decision Guide for Australian Property Investors.

The key tax considerations for Australian property investors in 2026 — negative gearing, capital gains, land tax, and the decisions that affect your return before you sign anything.

What You Will Learn

  • How negative gearing works — and when it actually helps you
  • Capital gains tax on investment property: the key rules and the 50% discount
  • Land tax across Australian states — what investors often underestimate
  • Depreciation schedules and why a quantity surveyor report matters
  • Tax treatment differences for new vs established property
  • Questions to ask your accountant before buying an investment property