Selling an investment property is a big financial call. Here’s how to assess if it’s the right time based on your goals and the market in 2026.

What to Consider

• Property performance vs market (rental yield, capital growth)
• Current equity position and debt
• Changing tenant, major maintenance or compliance issues
• Changes to tax rules/negative gearing/capital gains
• Shifts in local buyer demand or rental market

How to Diagnose

• Review your cashflow, current rent and expected expenses/maintenance
• Compare selling now to holding: likely price and costs vs net yield and future forecast
• Factor in agent fees, marketing and CGT

Melbourne Market Context

• Investor sales have changed with shifting rental laws and interest rates
• Demand/supply imbalances drive short-term price opportunities

Considering Selling?

If you want to model the actual financial impact of selling ahead of tax deadlines or major market change, talk to a Collings Specialist for an independent scenario review.