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University of Adelaide housing economics professor Chris Leishman argues that while affordability may improve slightly for some, most first-home buyers will struggle to get their foot in the door because of fewer homes on the market and tougher lending conditions. ... See MoreSee Less

1 day ago

Falling house prices means improved affordability, right? Think again.

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While falling house prices may improve the chances of some first-home buyers, most will struggle to get their foot in the door.

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Fortunately, recommendations from the banking royal commission have been less severe than expected where first home buyers are concerned.

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2 days ago

How The Banking Royal Commission Impacts First Home Buyers - Homely

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Considering buying your first home? Here Are The Ways You May Be Affected By The Banking Royal Commission.

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#Investors continue to retreat as first home buyers continue to make a comeback in #Sydney. ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago

First-home buyers take charge at auctions as increased bank scrutiny causes investors to retreat

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The market displays \'renewed vigour\' as young buyers and upsizing families take advantage of declining investor numbers.

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If you are a first home buyer looking in QLD you are in the box seat with a spike in the number of discounted properties hitting the market.

The first step is to get your first home loan pre-approval - find out how here > https://fhba.com.au/pre-approval/ ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago

Bargain buys: 23,000 discounted homes looking for new owners

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BARGAIN-HUNGRY home hunters are in the box seat with a spike in the number of discounted properties hitting the market.

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Despite the tightening lending criteria, there are still low deposit options available for first home buyers.

You can buy with a deposit as little as 5%. Find out how here > https://fhba.com.au/low-deposit-loans/ ... See MoreSee Less

5 days ago

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Potential Melbourne home buyers are more interested in the outer suburbs than any other area, Domain’s search data has revealed.

Looking to buy in Metro Vic? Check out hat you are eligible for here > https://fhba.com.au/first-home-buyers-in-metro-vic… ... See MoreSee Less

7 days ago

Looking to buy a home? Here's where everyone is searching in Melbourne

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In a down market, plenty of prospective buyers thought about jumping in. But the top five searched suburbs might surprise.

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Is there an interest rate cut on the cards?

Many experts believe it may not result in lower rates for consumers as the banks are increasing rates.

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1 week ago

Property prices tipped to plunge further as lending slumps

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The Reserve Bank is expected to cut Australia’s already record-low interest rates even further as house pri...

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Yes, lending standards have been tougher since the Royal Commission was brought in.

However, you can still get an attractive home loan with a low deposit. Find out how here > https://fhba.com.au/low-deposit-loans/ ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago

How low-deposit home loans can help young people can break into the housing market

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It's becoming harder for young South Australians to buy their first home, research has shown.

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The number of new home loans approved last year plunged almost 20%, signaling further price falls and cheaper houses, according to economists.

In good news for first home buyers, their share of home loans are now at their highest point over the last few years

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1 week ago

'Falling back to earth': one in four new homes loans taken out by first-home buyers

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The number of new homes loan approved last year plunged nearly 20 per cent, signaling further price falls and cheaper houses, according to economists.

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We would hate to see competition in the mortgage industry diminish as a result of the #RoyalCommission findings. ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago

Chief of CBA's Aussie slams 'crazy' broker pay plan

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Aussie Home Loans chief James Symond warns a "crazy" plan to scrap commissions will force a wave of brokers out of the industry.

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