Eventus Financial Featured in Australian Broker: Negative Gearing Changes Could Slash Investor Borrowing Power by 20%
As Featured in Australian Broker | Expert Commentary by Alex Veljancevski
Eventus Financial Founder and Director Alex Veljancevski has been featured in Australian Broker, providing expert insights into how the 2026 Federal Budget's negative gearing reforms could significantly reduce property investors' borrowing capacity.
Alex highlighted that the removal of negative gearing tax benefits from lenders' servicing calculations could reduce borrowing power by as much as 20%, potentially preventing investors from purchasing properties they would previously have qualified for.
Using a practical example, Alex demonstrated how an investor earning $100,000 annually could see their borrowing capacity fall from $750,000 to $600,000, representing a $150,000 reduction despite no changes to their income, expenses or interest rates.
The article also explores the double impact of rising interest rates and reduced negative gearing benefits, alongside concerns about investor confidence, housing affordability and future rental supply.
Alex emphasised that these reforms extend beyond tax deductions, directly affecting how much banks are prepared to lend and influencing investors' purchasing power, investment strategies and long-term wealth creation.
The feature reinforces Eventus Financial's expertise in investment property lending, borrowing capacity assessments and helping Australians navigate changing lending policies and market conditions.