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Deposit scheme pushes the last homes beyond reach

January 8, 2026 - 12:00 -- Admin

The Albanese government’s 5% deposit scheme for first home buyers, which came into effect on 1 October, has pushed the last of Australia’s affordable housing beyond reach. Lower-priced properties, or those covered by the extended Home Guarantee Scheme price caps, have generally seen better growth since September of last year, according to new Cotality study.

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