Crypto Collective

#180 - The Federal Budget Just Changed Everything for Bitcoin Investors

May 15, 2026·7 min
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Build sovereign wealth, join Australia’s Fastest Growing FREE crypto community 👉 https://www.skool.com/matthewfraser🔗 TAKE ACTION:Borrow against Bitcoin (no selling): https://platform.ledn.io/join/CollectiveAustralia's #1 Crypto Exchange: https://coinstash.com.au/auth/signup?a=cryptocollectiveFree crypto strategy consultation: https://imperialwealth.com/consultation/crypto?iwac=CryptoCollectiveSecure your Bitcoin: https://bit.ly/TheBitcoinWay-Schedule-a-CallSponsorships/Collabs: hey@vibezcreative.comIn this episode, Matt breaks down how these structural changes interact with Bitcoin as a capital asset, what higher effective tax rates mean for long‑term holders, and why SMSF structuring is becoming a central part of the conversation for Australians building wealth through digital assets.What the episode covers:◼️ How the new CGT model works and why it affects all asset classes◼️ What the updated negative‑gearing rules mean for future investors◼️ How trust distributions will be taxed under the new minimum‑rate framework◼️ The impact of Division 296 on large super balances◼️ Why SMSF structuring is becoming more relevant for Bitcoin holdersTimestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:42 - Overview of the 26-27 Federal Budget00:01:03 - Capital Gains Tax Discount Overhaul00:01:25 - Negative Gearing Changes00:02:39 - Family and Discretionary Trusts Demolished00:03:00 - Superannuation Division 296 Tax Changes00:03:55 - Labor's Deceptive Promises00:04:38 - Impact on Wealth Building and Bitcoin00:06:05 - Importance of Self-Custody Bitcoin in SMSF00:06:37 - Call to Action: Join the Crypto Collective Community__________Avoid fakes- Follow the ‘real’ Matthew Fraser:https://www.instagram.com/immatthewfraser/ https://www.tiktok.com/@immatthewfraser https://www.facebook.com/immatthewfraser/ https://x.com/MatthewFraser https://bit.ly/MatthewFraserLinkedIn__________**DISCLAIMER**This is not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. I'm not a licensed advisor. Bitcoin and SMSF strategies can carry significant risks; consult a qualified tax accountant and SMSF specialist before making any decisions. I may earn affiliate commissions from links I share, but this doesn't affect your cost.

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