ACT proposes removing tax ring-fencing rule for residential property investors

Wednesday 14 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 14 Oct, 10:28am

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The ACT Party has pledged to allow landlords to offset residential rental losses against other taxable income, such as wages. This policy aims to reduce investors' tax bills by approximately $300 million annually. While the change would apply to existing and new homes, current ring-fenced losses would remain under existing rules.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 14 Oct, 9:00am

   Act pledges to remove loss ring-fencing rule to reduce residential property investors’ tax bills by $300m a year (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesWed 14 Oct, 9:31am

   ACT promises tax relief for landlords with offset rental losses (opens in new tab)

3. StuffWed 14 Oct, 10:28am

   ACT proposes tax change so landlords can offset rental losses (opens in new tab)