New Australian Tax Laws Mean Cutting Costs Is Essential: Advertise Smarter with Rentomise to Boost Rental Returns
New Australian Tax Laws Mean Cutting Costs Is Essential: Advertise Smarter with Rentomise to Boost Rental Returns
May 2026
Rising costs are squeezing Australian property owners. Interest rates are higher than many landlords expected, and recent changes to capital gains tax, along with the restriction on negative gearing for properties purchased after 12/05/2026, mean holding investment property can be more expensive. Small changes that reduce ongoing costs and give you greater control over management can materially improve your returns.
Why control matters now
- Higher interest rates increase carrying costs, so reducing avoidable fees and improving vacancy turnaround is critical.
- CGT and negative gearing changes reduce after-tax returns, so retaining more gross income helps offset that.
- Full-service property management can be convenient but costly; targeted self-management can save significant money.
A summary of the recent Australian tax reforms is available here: Budget 2026-27 Tax Explainer.
An easy way to get started reducing costs is to use Rentomise to self-advertise your property on major platforms like realestate.com.au. Or if you already have a property manager, you can plan for future full or partial self-management and lean on professional agents for support with more time-consuming tasks (like ongoing maintenance).
Real customer story: how James saved ~$4,000* in his first year
James used Rentomise to handle maintenance tasks. He collects the rent (by checking automatic deposits into his account), used Rentomise to find the initial tenant, and does ad hoc tenant liaison himself.
James was surprised how easy it was to find a tenant using realestate.com.au, especially in this competitive rental environment, and to sign the lease and complete property condition reporting using the tools on the Rentomise website. He is also only contacted by the tenants once every four to six months.
By listing professionally on major platforms and managing enquiries efficiently, he avoided full-service management fees and reduced vacancy time.
James wanted support for maintenance tasks, as he does not want the hassle of urgent repairs and meeting trades.
- Upfront saving: $1,800 (no lease-up/agency fee)
- Monthly saving: $180/month (reduced management fees)
- Total Year 1 savings: $3,900*
*For example only. Savings are not typical and will vary depending on your circumstances.
If you are unsure how the new tax measures affect you, consult your accountant. To reduce vacancy and cut management costs now, visit rentomise.com.au and try listing your property on realestate.com.au with Rentomise's DIY or assisted options.