Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is applied to any profit made on the sale of an investment property in Melbourne, added to your assessable income and taxed at your marginal rate. The CGT event occurs when the contract of sale is signed, not at settlement. However, strategies exist to minimise CGT, including utilising capital losses, offsetting […]
Selling a rental property in Melbourne in April 2026 presents a mixed picture. While vendor confidence has improved and listings are up significantly (Raine & Horne report a nearly 40% increase since December 2025), recent RBA rate hikes have introduced caution and dampened buyer urgency (Domain). The market is showing outer-suburban uplift and unit rents
If you’re considering selling an investment property in Melbourne in 2026, proactive planning is crucial. Increased property taxes in Victoria, combined with recent RBA rate hikes, are influencing investor behaviour and increasing supply in some areas. While vendor confidence improved in late 2025, recent rate increases have introduced caution. A well-considered strategy, focusing on presentation
