Why more investors are looking beyond residential property for income

Residential property investing has long been a popular avenue for generating capital growth. But with tax changes taking effect from 1 July 2027, some investors are now looking for additional ways to build wealth.For some, that means considering how Australian commercial property can sit alongside residential investments as part of a broader property portfolio, offering the potential for regular income, diversification and long-term capital growth.For decades, residential property was seen as the way to build wealth. Astute investors are now looking at other avenues. Picture: realestate.com.au“Commercial property is diverse and gives investors exposure to the places where businesses operate and communities access goods and services. This type of property investment includes industrial warehouses, local shopping centres, offices and social infrastructure,” says Steve Bennett, Direct CEO at Charter Hall, one of Australia’s largest real estate investment managers and the largest landlord to Bunnings, Coles and Woolworths.“With changes to residential property investment announced in the most recent Federal Budget, Australian commercial property has become even more appealing to investo...