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25 May 2026
New federal budget moves are hitting the housing market hard, slashing investor appetite by eliminating negative gearing for existing properties. With loan commitments down 6% and total lending falling 4%, owner-occupiers are pulling back even more than investors—pushing investor share to record highs. Rising energy costs and lingering affordability issues have already dampened confidence, and with interest rates still climbing, demand is poised to weaken further. The result? Fewer rental homes hitting the market, potentially pushing rents higher before the broader market catches up. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/06718a89a0203d6a
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