What government help can first home buyers get in Australia?

Four main schemes: stamp duty concessions (varies by state), the First Home Owner Grant ($10k to $30k for new builds), the 5% Deposit Scheme (buy with 5% deposit, no LMI), and the First Home Super Saver Scheme (tax-advantaged savings through super).

How much is the First Home Owner Grant?

It varies by state and applies to new builds only. NSW: $10,000 (up to $600k). VIC: $10,000 (up to $750k). QLD: $30,000 (up to $750k). SA: $15,000 (up to $650k). TAS: $30,000 (up to $750k). WA: $10,000 (up to $750k).

Can I buy with a 5% deposit?

Yes, through the 5% Deposit Scheme. Since October 2025, income caps have been removed and places are uncapped. Single parents may qualify with just 2% under the Family Home Guarantee stream.

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Four schemes worth knowing about

Stamp duty concessions

Every state except SA offers a stamp duty reduction or full exemption for first home buyers under a certain price. In NSW, you pay nothing up to $800k. In VIC, the threshold is $600k. The savings can be $20,000 or more.

First Home Owner Grant

A one-off cash payment for buying or building a new home. The amount varies by state: $10,000 in NSW and VIC, $30,000 in QLD and TAS, $15,000 in SA. It does not apply to existing homes.

First Home Guarantee

Buy with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance. Since October 2025, places are uncapped and income caps have been removed. Single parents may qualify with just 2% under the Family Home Guarantee stream. Property price caps still apply by location.

First Home Super Saver

You salary sacrifice into super at a 15% tax rate instead of your marginal rate, then withdraw it for your deposit. The tax saving over a bank account can be several thousand dollars. It takes planning, but it is available to anyone with an employer.

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