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What are the changes to the Brightline test, and what will they mean?
What do the experts think?
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From July 1, 2024, the Brightline test period for residential property will reduce from ten years back to two years. This change means tax on profits will only apply if a property is sold within two years of purchase.
Experts from Opes Partners and CoreLogic expect more listings, particularly from investors. This will likely extend the current buyer's market, giving buyers more choice and negotiating power. Sellers may face longer sale times and should manage price expectations.
What is the Brightline test?
What are the changes to the Brightline test?
The Brightline test period is reverting to the original two years.
Exemptions to the Brightline test
What will the changes to the Brightline test mean for the NZ property market? Q&A with the experts
1. Starting at the broad level, do you have any general expectations for what the changes to the Brightline test will mean for NZ’s housing market?
Home buyers will see more choice in the housing market due to the Brightline changes.
2. What impacts do you think the changes could have for first home buyers?
3. How will the changes impact investor behaviour?
If you're looking to sell after the changes, now's the time to start taling to an agent.
4. What will the Brightline test changes mean for non-investor sellers?
5. How long will the immediate effects of the Brightline changes be felt for?
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