The rules are shifting. Negative gearing, land tax, depreciation - if you're planning to buy in Brisbane in the next 6–12 months, you need to know exactly how the 2026 budget affects your strategy before you make a move.
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The 2026 Federal Budget introduced changes that directly affect how investment property is taxed, how depreciation is calculated, and which asset types will remain viable post-2027 when proposed negative gearing restrictions on established properties take effect.
If you buy the wrong asset now, you could be locked into a property that underperforms under the new rules. If you wait too long, you'll miss the window to acquire under current conditions.
This isn't about alarm - it's about making a well-informed decision. That's what this guide is for.
Leesa Hackett is a Brisbane-based Buyer's Agent who has lived across 10 Brisbane suburbs and spent years in London and Dublin. With a background spanning finance, sales real estate, and property strategy, she works exclusively for buyers - helping them cut through the noise and make smart, well-considered decisions.
Leesa had outstanding communication skills, calm under pressure, and provided strong, strategic advice throughout negotiations. With multiple competitive offers on the table, she secured an exceptional result.
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Don't buy Brisbane property from interstate without this. 6 sections covering due diligence, contracts, suburb assessment, negotiation strategy and the things most buyers miss.