Would you give up your capital gains discount if it meant the next generation would be better off?

A recent Senate inquiry report found that capital gains tax discounts and negative gearing have benefited investors over owner-occupiers, and there are signs the government may tinker with these settings in the upcoming budget.

While it's no silver bullet, some argue it could be a huge step towards addressing intergenerational disadvantage keeping younger Australians who want to buy their own home locked out of the housing market.