Brisbane Property Intelligence

Renting in New Farm while owning a Moorooka investment unit costs $994 per week all-in, almost identical to buying in New Farm directly. Verified calculations, top suburbs and the post-budget tax position explained.

IO saves $491 to $624 per month on Brisbane investment properties right now. But it costs $55,000 to $71,000 more over 30 years. Verified calculations at three price points with the honest trade-offs explained.

The real numbers on what it costs to enter the Brisbane property market in 2026. 20% deposit, 10% with LMI, equity access and QLD stamp duty calculated for every price point.

Tonight's federal budget confirmed the two biggest changes to Australian property investment tax in nearly three decades. Negative gearing on established residential property is being restricted to new builds from 1 July 2027. The 50% CGT discount is being replaced with inflation indexation and a minimum 30% tax from the same date.

Three of four major banks forecast an RBA pause in June 2026. History shows what happens to Brisbane property next — and the pattern consistently favours buyers who act before the pause is confirmed.

The Reserve Bank lifted the official cash rate by 25bp to 4.35% at its May board meeting — the third consecutive hike in 2026. Here is what it means for Brisbane property investors.