Welcome to The Property Accountant blog, your source for insights on simplifying property accounting and financial management. Explore expert articles and resources to help streamline your property investment processes and maximize returns.
Bought an investment property before 12 May 2026? Learn why a 1 July 2027 valuation matters, how the two CGT methods work, and how TPA helps compare them.
Moved into a rental you now call home? Learn how CGT, cost-base records and the 1 July 2027 transition can affect Australian property owners.
From 1 July 2027, rental losses on existing homes bought after the Budget are quarantined, not deductible. Here's how the carry-forward rules actually work.
New builds bought after 12 May 2026 keep full negative gearing. Here's exactly what counts as a new build, and what doesn't.
Grandfathered properties keep full negative gearing - but refinancing has its own rules. Here's what changes and what doesn't.
Buy an existing home after 12 May 2026 and the 50% CGT discount is gone. Here's how indexation works instead, cost by cost.
Buy a new build after 12 May 2026 and you get a choice most other investors lose - the 50% discount, or indexation. Here's how to work out which one wins.
The 2026-27 Budget changes CGT for properties bought before 12 May 2026. Here's how the 30 June 2027 cutover works, with a full worked example.
The SMSF borrowing ban on residential property explained: what changed on 23 June 2026, whether existing LRBAs are protected and what investors should do now.
From 1 July 2027 the 50% CGT discount is replaced with cost base indexation and a 30% minimum tax. See the split-date calculation and record-keeping risks.
The 2026 Federal Budget changed negative gearing from 1 July 2027. Learn what the 3 property buckets mean for you, the risks of poor records, and what to do now.
Owned property before the 2026-27 Budget? See how a missing 1 July 2027 valuation can erase your indexation buffer and cost you $58,280 in extra CGT.
Australia's property CGT rules split into two eras at 30 June 2027. See how the new indexation method works and why a certified valuation matters.
Compare the best rental property and landlord accounting software in Australia, with features, pros and cons for tracking rent, expenses, depreciation and tax.
Learn why interest deductibility depends on how borrowed funds are used, not which property secures the loan, and how investors can miss thousands each year.
Learn how land loan and construction loan interest are treated during construction, why tracking matters, and how missing interest can cost Australian property investors thousands in tax later.
Missing property costs can increase your tax bill. Learn how tracking every capital expense helps Australian property investors reduce capital gains tax.
Many investors miss key costs before rental income begins. Learn how tracking land, construction, and holding costs can reduce your capital gains tax in Australia.
Many first-time property investors miss key tax deductions in year one. Learn how to track expenses, avoid costly mistakes, and reduce your tax bill.
Avoid overpaying tax on your investment property. Learn how settlement statement adjustments can unlock hidden deductions and reduce your tax bill.
Negative gearing in Australia explained for 2026: how the tax savings work, ATO reporting, the pros and cons, and who should use this property strategy.
Discover the hidden tax risks of managing multiple properties without a system. Learn how fragmented records, missed deductions, and poor structure increase ATO scrutiny.
Discover why property investors choose The Property Accountant over other software. Automate income, expenses, loans, depreciation, CGT, and ATO-ready reporting in one platform.
Understand the difference between revenue and capital property expenses, avoid ATO compliance risks, and position your investment for stronger long-term tax efficiency.
Stamp duty, legal fees, inspections and other purchase costs can increase your CGT cost base in Australia. See what to include and the records to keep.
Learn how Capital Gains Tax works for Australian property investors, including CGT discounts, cost base rules, exemptions, and strategies to minimise your tax when selling.
What overcapitalising means, why it hurts rental property returns and how Australian investors can plan renovations that add value instead of cost.
Learn why a property accountant for your investment property can save you thousands in tax and provide lasting peace of mind at tax time.
Positive vs negative gearing compared for Australian property investors: who each strategy suits, the hidden costs, common myths and how to choose.
Legal ways to reduce capital gains tax on Australian property: the main residence exemption, the 6-year rule, holding periods, deductible costs and offsets.
A step-by-step investment property checklist for Australia: assess your finances, set goals, compare loan options and check cash flow and yield before you buy.
The most common property investment mistakes Australian investors make, from poor loan structures to missed tax deductions, and how to avoid them.
Confused about property tax? Learn what Aussie investors need to know like depreciation, capital gains and deductions to stay compliant and maximise returns.
Compare the top 4 property accounting software options in Australia for investors, property managers and mortgage brokers, with features, pros and cons.
The top 6 real estate accounting software options for Australian property investors compared, with pros and cons for tracking rent, expenses, loans and tax.
Negative gearing explained for Australian property investors: how it works, a worked example, the pros and drawbacks, the tax implications and who it suits.
A step-by-step guide to calculating capital gains tax on Australian investment property: cost base, capital proceeds, the CGT discount and worked examples.
