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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Alan Kohler says Labor’s tax changes won’t lower house prices

The finance journalist says changes to capital gains tax concessions and negative gearing are only likely to have a ‘symbolic effect’ on housing affordability.

By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra· The Conversation Africa· 1 day ago· 2 min read
Politics with Michelle Grattan: Alan Kohler says Labor’s tax changes won’t lower house prices