First Home Buyers

New Expanded Home Guarantee Scheme: Unlimited Places & Higher Property Caps from 1 October 2025

September 8, 2025

Housing Australia welcomes the Australian Government’s expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme, effective 1 October 2025. The changes include removing place and income caps and increasing property price limits giving more first-home buyers the opportunity to enter the housing market sooner. Key Changes (from 1 October 2025) Property Price Cap Table (Effective 1 October 2025)…

First-Time Homebuyers Guide: Which Australian States Offer the Most Affordable Options?

September 25, 2024

Buying your first home in Australia is no easy feat—especially when property prices in major cities seem to climb higher every year. With rising interest rates, inflation, and competition from seasoned investors, it’s easy for first-time buyers to feel overwhelmed and discouraged. But what if you knew where to look to find a home within…

Stamp Duty Savings for First Home Buyers in Queensland – Your Guide to Saving Thousands! 

July 12, 2024

Are you a first-time homebuyer in Queensland looking to save on stamp duty? Great news! The Queensland government offers a fantastic opportunity for first-time homebuyers to save big on transfer duty, commonly known as stamp duty. The threshold for the concession changed on 9 June 2024 and it was raised to $800,000 making even more…