Housing policy changes announced in the federal budget could make it easier for some to buy homes, but others are planning to sell before they lose too much.

There's no doubt that taking away negative gearing on existing properties will reduce the amount many investors can afford to pay, evening up the playing field for…

Some economists are forecasting price falls of up to 5 per cent as a result of measures to reduce intergenerational housing inequality.

Housing policy changes announced in the federal budget could make it easier for some to buy homes, but others are planning to sell before they lose too much.