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Couple reviewing a world map while considering Australian CGT changes 2027 and overseas relocation

Australian CGT Changes 2027: How Australia Compares Globally

From 1 July 2027, the 50% CGT discount disappears and Australia’s effective capital gains tax for high-income earners climbs to 47% on the indexed gain. Singapore charges 0%. Hong Kong charges 0%. Dubai charges 0%. New Zealand charges 0%. The cheapest comparable destination takes less than half what Australia will. So how does Australia actually stack up against the 13 destinations Australians realistically consider? This article does the comparison honestly. Country by country. Without the hedging. Including what the change does to founder exits, share portfolios, and the question of whether to stay or go

Changes to the 50% CGT discount rule - CGT discount reform 2026 — Australian expat reviewing property investment and capital gains tax implications before May Budget

Tax Alert – Changes to the 50% Discount Rule Loom Ominously

The Government may reduce the 50% CGT discount in the May 2026 Budget. Here is what is on the table, who is most exposed, and what Australian expats should do now.

Are share trading profits of non-residents taxable in Australia?

According to Sydney-based research firm Investment Trends’ 2022 1st Half Online Investing Report, online share traders have increased from 700,000 in 2019 to approximately 1.47m today. Australian Bureau of Statistics migration statistics for 2022 revealed that 224,000 Australians left Australia permanently to migrate overseas in …

The power of property investment

Finding the right commodity, or company to invest in is a big decision, but it doesn’t have to be a hard one. We all know that investing in property is a fantastic way to build your investment portfolio and work towards financial independence. While property …

Can an Australian expat use negative gearing?

Negative gearing is a strategy used by many Australians to make tax savings, but is this strategy still accessible to Australian expats that are living overseas? In this article, we explain what negative gearing is, what it means for Australian expats and whether it is …

The many reasons to take your business overseas

Whether you have a small startup business or you are well on your way to becoming a household name, for entrepreneurs the thrill is always found in the next challenge. No matter what kind of work you do, setting your sights on the next big …

How will the ATO’s cryptocurrency crackdown affect expats?

Cryptocurrency investment and trading has been one a growing investment trend in recent years. Investors across the world are putting their money into cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and riding what has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs in a new frontier of investing. At the …

Is negative gearing available to Australian expats?

As an expat, there’s so much to consider when it comes to tax and how it affects your Australian investment property, including whether negative gearing applies. Where do we start… Negative gearing It’s something that we Aussies love. With the mention of negative gearing, approximately …

Property or shares tax strategies for expats?

Latest Update: 5th December 2019 – Unfortunately today the Federal Government passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Reducing Pressure on Housing Affordability Measures) Bill 2019 into law without amendment, resulting in the scrapping of the main residence exemption for non-resident Australian expats. To read more about …

Make tax-free capital gains on Australian shares whilst a non-resident expat

If you’re an Aussie expat who’s a non-resident for Australian tax purposes, then investing in shares is what you need to consider deeply. You need to understand that this investment opportunity is only applicable to Australian expats that are non-resident for Australian tax purposes. The …

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