Advocacy
Property Tax Reform

Property Tax Reform

OVERVIEW


The REIV continues to advocate for fair and sustainable property taxation reform in Victoria. Property taxes play a critical role in housing affordability, investment decisions, and the supply of rental properties. The REIV advocates for reforms that reduce excessive tax burdens, provide clarity and consistency for property owners, and foster ongoing investment in the housing sector. 


At a Glance

  • Property taxation reform is essential to ensure housing affordability and a healthy rental market. 

  • The REIV has advocated for measures that balance government revenue needs with incentives for investment and supply. 

  • Reforms should provide clarity and fairness for homeowners and rental providers alike. 
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Major Submissions


The REIV regularly submits recommendations to government bodies advocating for property taxation reform in Victoria. 

State Budget Submission 2025-26

State Budget Submission 2025-26

March 2025 

The REIV’s 2025 - 26 Victorian State Budget submission called on the state government to reform property tax and regulatory settings to strengthen Victoria’s housing supply and support long-term rental investment. The submission outlined five key recommendations, including easing stamp duty and land tax obligations for rental providers, introducing incentives for extended long-term leases, and redistributing property management responsibilities to encourage tenure security.  

These measures reflect the REIV’s ongoing advocacy to create a more sustainable rental market, attract investment, and ensure a balanced tax and regulatory framework that benefits both renters and property investors.  

Read the SubmissionPress Release
State Budget Submission 2024-25

State Budget Submission 2024-25

February 2025 

The REIV’s 2024 - 25 Victorian State Budget submission called on the state government to reform property tax settings to attract and retain investment in Victoria’s property sector. The submission outlined measures to increase housing supply, including incentives for long-term rental investment, a review of stamp duty to promote mobility and economic activity, and the retention of negative gearing to support the rental market.  

These recommendations reflect the REIV’s ongoing advocacy for a tax framework that encourages investment and strengthens housing availability across the state.  

Read the SubmissionPress Release
Inquiry into Land Transfer Duties

Inquiry into Land Transfer Duties

April 2023 

The Parliamentary Inquiry into Land Transfer Duty Fees, also known as stamp duty, sought to investigate issues related to land transfer duties, including the potential transition to alternative forms of taxation. The REIV’s submission emphasised the detrimental impacts of stamp duty. It advocated for a broad-based tax to increase housing affordability and provide a more stable, predictable source of government tax revenue. 

Read the SubmissionAccess the Discussion Paper

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