What does the 2026 Federal Budget actually mean for your money once you cut through the noise? In this Australian Finance Podcast Q&A, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell unpack the biggest proposed changes and explain what they could mean for everyday Australians, investors and retirees.

The episode walks through the headline issues people are asking about right now: proposed changes to the capital gains tax discount, new limits on negative gearing, what discretionary trust changes could mean for families and business owners, and why super may have become even more attractive if the proposed settings go ahead.

Topics covered:

- Capital gains tax discount changes

- Negative gearing and property investing

- Trust changes and tax planning

- Super in your 50s and retirement planning

- ETF tax record-keeping and cost base issues

- Single-parent money questions and household impacts

- EV incentives and what they could mean

Episode resources

- Buy Gemma’s book “The Money Reset”

- Speak with the Rask Advice team

- Ask a question (select the Finance podcast)

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Rask resources

- Instagram: @rask.invest

- TikTok: @rask.invest

DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg

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