A new report suggests Australia could see 45,000 fewer homes if proposed capital gains tax (CGT) discount changes come into effect this July -
https://www.realestate.com.au/news/45k-homes-to-vanish-as-prices-tipped-to-fall-in-3bn-tax-fallout/
The potential removal (or reduction) of CGT discounts is expected to significantly impact investor demand — a key driver of new housing supply.
If investor activity slows, we’re likely to see fewer development projects get off the ground. And when new supply tightens, the effects can ripple across the entire market — from construction through to rental availability and long-term price dynamics.
For property investors, this is a critical moment to stay informed and understand how policy changes could reshape both opportunity and risk in the market.