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Australia's first home buyer scheme used for investments

Published Wednesday, August 5, 2026 · Updated August 5

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What We Know — Key Points

  • From its launch in 2020 until May 2026, Australia's 5% deposit scheme for first home buyers released 1,486 homes because they were converted into investment properties.

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  • The Guardian

    The Guardian emphasizes how the Australian government's first home buyer scheme, intended for lower-income individuals, is increasingly benefiting wealthy individuals and property investors, undermining its original social purpose.

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