Episode 255

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13th May 2026

Federal Budget 2026

Federal Budget 2026: CGT discount ends, negative gearing tightens & new tax offsets explained

From major tax changes to new housing initiatives, the 2026 federal budget was packed with measures set to shape Australians’ finances.

On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, managing editor Vanessa Walker is joined by senior journalist Tom Watson to break down the key financial measures outlined in the budget and what they mean for your money.

00:36 CGT discount overhaul

01:46 New CGT rules explained

03:20 Negative gearing shakeup

04:33 Housing Supply Measures

07:03 Working tax offset

08:43 Instant $1000 deduction

09:40 Trust tax minimum rate

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Friends With Money
Earn. Save. Invest.
We all have questions about money; how to earn it, how to spend it, and the best ways to invest so we can watch it grow.

The Friends With Money podcast, created by Money Magazine (Australia’s longest-running and most-read personal finance magazine), shares its extensive network of finance experts, in-depth knowledge of markets and timely advice to help you understand the world of money.

Hosted by senior writer, Tom Watson, Managing Editor, Vanessa Walker and editor-in-chief, Michelle Baltazar, Friends With Money is a weekly chat with a variety of credentialed guests that you won’t want to miss. Listening and learning will help you on the path to financial freedom.