Tax & Deductions
Claim everything you are entitled to. Guides to deductions, depreciation, capital gains, and record keeping for Australian rental properties.
March CPI came in at 4.6%. Here's the bill landlords are about to get
March CPI surged to 4.6%, the highest since September 2023. Here's what the oil shock, sticky housing inflation, and a likely May RBA hike mean for Australian property investors.
Federal Budget 2026-27: What the Two-Property Negative Gearing Cap Would Actually Cost You
Three weeks out from 12 May, Treasury is modelling a two-property cap on negative gearing plus a CGT discount cut. Worked numbers on what it costs a typical Australian landlord.
Interest-Only to P&I: The Loan Rollover Shock Hitting Australian Landlords in 2026
Investor interest-only loans written in 2020 and 2021 are now rolling to principal and interest at 6%+ rates. Worked examples on $400k, $600k and $800k loans, plus your options under the new APRA DTI cap.
Every Big 4 Bank Just Pushed Fixed Rates Above 6%. Here's the Refinance Math for Landlords (April 2026)
Westpac was the last holdout. With all four major Australian banks now charging above 6% on fixed rates, here's what the move means for investors refinancing in April 2026, with worked repayment scenarios for $500k, $750k and $1M loans.
Vacant Residential Land Tax: What Australian Landlords Need to Know in 2026
Victoria's vacant residential land tax now covers undeveloped land in metro Melbourne. Here's what changed, who's affected, and how NSW and QLD compare.
Holiday Home vs Investment Property: ATO Rules Before July 2026
The ATO's transitional grace period for holiday home tax deductions ends 30 June 2026. Here's what private use apportionment means for your property, and what to do before the deadline.
Australia's February 2026 CPI: What Landlords Need to Know Before the Oil Shock Hits
CPI eased to 3.7% in February 2026, but the Iran conflict hasn't hit the numbers yet. Here's what rising electricity, housing costs, and potential rate rises mean for Australian property investors.
How to Calculate Rental Yield in Australia (2026 Guide)
Learn how to calculate gross and net rental yield for Australian investment properties, with worked examples, city-by-city benchmarks, and common mistakes to avoid.
Is Rental Income Taxable in Australia? What Landlords Need to Know in 2026
Yes, rental income is taxable in Australia. It's added to your assessable income and taxed at your marginal rate. Here's exactly how it works, what counts as rental income, and what you can deduct.
7 Mistakes First-Time Landlords Make at Tax Time in 2026 (and How to Avoid Them)
The most common tax mistakes Australian landlords make on their first rental property return, from missing receipts to confusing repairs with improvements.
Negative Gearing Changes in 2026: What Australian Landlords Need to Know
Are negative gearing reforms coming? A practical guide to the current rules, proposed changes, and what Australian landlords should do to prepare.
10 Tax Deductions Australian Landlords Miss Every Year (2026 Update)
Most landlords claim interest and rates. Fewer claim depreciation, borrowing expenses, or quantity surveyor fees. Here are 10 deductions you might be leaving on the table.