Hangs in the Balance: How to Keep the Upper Hand in 2026

Keynote panel featuring Matt Ball, David Whitburn, Kristin Sutherland, and Jarrod Kerr

Admission from 6.30 pm

Keynote meeting from 7 pm to 9 pm

80% of investors* say the next general election result will significantly impact their confidence. And with 2026 right around the corner, the smart ones are already sharpening their strategy, not waiting for the polls to decide their future.

Capital gains tax, interest deductibility, 90-day no-fault terminations, wealth tax, and DTI restrictions are all hanging in the balance. The political winds may shift, but smart investors are making moves now.

Join us for an unflinching, high-impact panel discussion with four of the sharpest minds in the game. We’re gaming out realistic coalition scenarios and unpacking the practical implications for landlords, investors, and future retirees.

What You’ll Take Away

🧠 Political context that actually matters – from coalition permutations to likely policy outcomes

💰 Strategic tax, retirement, and portfolio moves you can make before the election

📉 How to shore up confidence, cashflow, and compliance while others are still guessing

📈 The one move each speaker would make before the polls open

Who Should Attend

🔍 Investors worried about what comes next, and keen to act before they’re cornered

🏠 Landlords wondering whether to hold, sell, or restructure

💼 Advisors, property managers, and professionals preparing clients for political volatility

📊 Anyone who wants to get clear on risk, strategy, and what matters beyond the headlines

Don’t wait for the election to start making smart decisions. Come get your bearings, and your plan.

Free for APIA members. Register below.

Not a member? You’re still welcome, grab a ticket here for a taste of the APIA experience.

*Based on the July 2025 interim results from APIA’s Landlord Confidence and Policy Sentiment survey.