29/05/2026
A renter’s worst nightmare isn’t just rent going up… it’s feeling like your first home is getting further away every week.
If you’re renting in Australia right now, I get it. Every rent increase can make saving for a deposit feel harder.
But while everyone is talking about rent rises, first-home buyers should also be looking at the opportunity in the market.
With less investor competition, eligible first-home buyers may have more room to negotiate, fewer emotional bidding battles, and a better chance to secure the right property.
Plus, with the First Home Guarantee Scheme, eligible buyers may be able to purchase with as little as a 5% deposit without paying LMI.
But this is not about rushing into any property.
It’s about getting pre-approved, knowing your borrowing capacity, and having a clear property plan before you buy.
If you’re renting and hoping to buy your first home, this could be the time to get prepared, not scared.
Comment FIRST HOME and I’ll contact you to discuss your borrowing capacity and property plan.
General information only. Eligibility and lending approval depend on your personal circumstances.