To say this year’s federal budget has ruffled some feathers would be an understatement. The Albanese government announced major reforms to two tax breaks long seen as politically untouchable – negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount. In response, some banks are reportedly tightening their lending to property investors. And there are early reports of lower attendance at open homes, suggesting buyer caution. The government’s budget changes are not yet law. But two weeks on from budg