Current First Home Benefits in Australia: 2026 Guide

Buying your first home in Australia in 2026 has never been more achievable. The landscape of government incentives has expanded significantly, opening doors for more Australians to step onto the property ladder sooner. From lower deposit requirements to generous grants and stamp duty concessions, here’s everything you need to know about the current first home buyer […]

Rents vs wages – how do they compare by city?

By Graeme Salt Extract taken from realestate.com.au/insights In all of Australia’s capital cities, rents have outgrown wages. Perth has had the largest increase in rents relative to wages, with rents increasing by 80 percentage points more than wages. That increase has placed significant pressure on household budgets, as wages have not kept pace. The proportion […]