{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson on Housing, Property Markets, Tax, Debt and Australia\u2019s Economic Future","description":" Negative gearing on established homes has just been abolished. The capital gains tax discount you've relied on for twenty years has been rewritten.   And somewhere between the government's press conference and the Treasury modelling, a trillion dollars in debt got added to the tab for a generation that hasn't even been asked if they're willing to pay it.   So here's the question I want to answer for you today. If you're a property investor, a business owner, or someone who just wants a comfortable retirement, what do the next three years actually look like for you?   By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly what the man leading the opposition to these changes thinks should happen instead.   You'll know whether a change of government would genuinely wind back negative gearing and CGT reform, or whether that's politically unrealistic once the changes are locked in.    And you'll understand where the real blame sits for the property market slowdown, because it's not as simple as the headlines make out.   My guest today is the Hon Tim Wilson, the Federal Member for Goldstein and Australia's Shadow Treasurer and in this episode I\u2019m speaking with him about what the recent tax and housing changes mean for property, business, and retirement outcomes.   We unpack how government debt, rising taxes, and weaker private investment are reshaping Australia\u2019s economic outlook.   Tim explains why policy uncertainty is damaging confidence for property investors, business owners, and overseas capital.   We discuss how changes to negative gearing, capital gains tax, and trusts could lift rents and deter new housing supply.   We also explore why a growth-focused, small-business-led economy is, in Tim\u2019s view, the best path forward.   Takeaways    \u2022 Government debt today becomes tomorrow\u2019s taxes, squeezing household spending and future investment choices. \u2022 Inflation erodes living standards by lifting supermarket prices while wages and productivity struggle to keep pace. \u2022 Public-sector job growth can crowd out private enterprise, weakening long-term economic resilience and innovation. \u2022 Higher taxes on property investment reduce rental supply, pushing rents upward for tenants. \u2022 Tax changes that hurt housing feasibility discourage builders, slowing new dwelling construction across the market. \u2022 First-home buyer schemes can unintentionally inflate entry-level prices by boosting demand faster than supply. \u2022 Retrospective rule changes destroy investor confidence, making long-term capital allocation far riskier. \u2022 Trust tax reforms may trigger costly restructures, wasting time and money across the economy. \u2022 Prioritising super over home ownership delays deposits, family formation, and wealth-building for younger Australians. \u2022 Small businesses drive productivity and hiring, so backing them supports broader economic growth and opportunity.   Links and Resources:   Answer this week\u2019s trivia question here - https:\/\/www.propertytrivia.com.au\/ \u00b7        Win a hard copy of How To Grow A Multi-Million Dollar Property Portfolio In Your Spare Time. \u00b7        Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report   Michael Yardney \u2013 Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here.   Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property plan. Click here and have a chat with us.     Hon Tim Wilson \u2013 Shadow Treasurer https:\/\/www.aph.gov.au\/Senators_and_Members\/Parliamentarian?MPID=IMW   Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at: www.PodcastBonus.com.au   Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher \u2013 just look for Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.   About The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment And Wealth Creation Australia   The Michael Yardney Podcast is one of Australia\u2019s leading property investment podcasts, helping investors understand the Australian property market and build long-term wealth through strategic property investing.   Each week we explore: \u2022 Australian property market updates \u2022 Property investment strategies in Australia \u2022 Melbourne property market trends \u2022 Sydney property market forecasts \u2022 Brisbane property investment opportunities \u2022 Capital growth property strategies \u2022 Property cycles in Australia \u2022 Negative gearing and tax strategy \u2022 Interest rates and their impact on property \u2022 Buyer\u2019s agent insights and investment planning   If you\u2019re serious about building a high-performance property portfolio and creating financial freedom through real estate, this podcast will give you the clarity and strategy you need.   Learn more at:https:\/\/propertyupdate.com.auhttps:\/\/metropole.com.au ","author_name":"Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/michaelyardneypodcast.com.au","html":"