Labor’s CGT Changes Through an Income Factory Lens: Why Dividend Investors Should Pay Attention

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Capital gains tax might sound like a problem for property investors and start-up founders, but dividend income investors should pay attention too. Through a My Income Factory lens, Labor’s proposed CGT changes reinforce the value of recurring cash flow — while also highlighting the importance of tax-aware portfolio planning.

The Federal Budget May Accidentally Create More Income Investors

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The 2026 federal budget could quietly reshape how Australians build wealth. With proposed changes to negative gearing, capital gains tax and trusts, income-producing assets like dividend shares, ETFs and private credit funds may become more attractive than ever for long-term investors.

From Wobble to Recovery: My Income Portfolio’s 2026 Update

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After a shaky start to the year, my portfolio has started to recover — but the real story is the income. In this Jan-Apr 2026 update, I break down how much my Income Factory portfolio generated in dividends and income, what worked, what lagged, and why cash flow still matters most.

My Portfolio Income in 2026 So Far: The Market Fell, But the Income Machine Kept Working

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The first months of 2026 have been volatile for markets, but my income portfolio has continued to do what it was designed to do — generate cash flow. In this update, I break down how much income the portfolio produced so far this year and what the results mean for the Income Factory strategy.

What BKI’s HY26 Result Means for Income Investors

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BKI has lifted its dividend again, kept costs ultra-low, and continues to trade at a discount to NTA. Here’s what the HY26 result means for income investors focused on reliable, fully franked income.