Stop Losing Money: May 2026 Budget Explained for Investors

The May 2026 Federal Budget has landed, and if you're an Australian investor, your old playbook just burned.

Negative gearing on existing residential property ends 1 July 2027. CGT changes start 1 July 2027. Discretionary trusts face a 30% minimum tax from 1 July 2028. The message is clear: stop losing money for a tax refund. Start owning assets with genuine cash flow.

In this video, I break down exactly what changed, asset class by asset class, and what you need to do before the deadlines hit.

🔹 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
0:00 – The core message (tax refund strategy is dead)
1:20 – Residential property: existing vs new builds
2:45 – Commercial property: still an option but risky
3:50 – Shares & ETFs: CGT changes change everything
5:00 – Trusts: 30% minimum tax from 2028
6:00 – Small business: permanent $20k write-off
6:45 – Personal finance: don't waste the tax cuts
7:30 – Final verdict & action plan

📅 KEY DATES TO REMEMBER:
1 July 2026 – $20k instant asset write-off (permanent)
1 July 2027 – Negative gearing ends for existing residential property
1 July 2027 – CGT changes take effect
1 July 2028 – 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts

⚠️ DISCLAIMER:
This video is for general information and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Always consult a qualified financial advisor or tax professional before making investment decisions.

📌 RESOURCES:
- Australian Treasury Budget Papers (link in comments)
- ATO fact sheets (link in comments)

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