Warning: Property Weakness Ahead Will Have Real World Consequences…

Warning: Property Weakness Ahead Will Have Real World Consequences…

Author: Martin North June 7, 2026 Duration: 12:54
In recent posts I highlighted how the current property dynamics thanks to higher interest rates, and now Labor’s decision to introduce a minimum 30 per cent tax on capital gains from July 2027 and abolish negative gearing has rattled property investors. I also said, from an affordability perspective we do need lower prices, because it … Continue reading "Warning: Property Weakness Ahead Will Have Real World Consequences…"

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