Critics of Labor’s tax changes claim rents could climb by up to 30%. Here’s why they probably won’t

While the Albanese government’s tax changes are not likely to spark a 30% hike in rents, there are other pressures pushing prices higher. Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty Images

Headlines claim rents in Australia will surge thanks to Labor’s property tax reforms. Is there any proof?

Critics have claimed property investors have no choice but to hike rents by 30% but the experts say their analysis has been misused.