First Home Buyer Loans Sydney

Your First Home.
We'll Help You Get There.

From 5% deposit schemes to the NSW First Home Owner Grant โ€” we guide first home buyers through every step, every form, and every lender decision. No jargon. No overwhelm.

โœ“ 5% Deposit Optionsโœ“ FHOG Eligible Properties โœ“ Stamp Duty Exemptionsโœ“ Free Service
5%
Minimum Deposit (FHBG)
$10K
NSW First Home Owner Grant
$800K
Stamp Duty Exemption Cap
Free
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Schemes that help first home buyers in NSW
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First Home Guarantee

Buy with just 5% deposit โ€” no Lenders Mortgage Insurance. Government guarantees up to 15% of the property value. Income and property price caps apply. 35,000 places per year nationally.

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Family Home Guarantee

Single parents can buy with just 2% deposit โ€” no LMI. Government guarantees the gap. 5,000 places nationally per year. Must be a natural or adopted parent with a dependent child.

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NSW First Home Owner Grant

$10,000 cash grant for new homes under $600,000 purchase price (or $750,000 total value). Must be a new build or substantially renovated home. Not available for established properties.

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Stamp Duty Exemption

Full exemption on stamp duty for first home buyers purchasing up to $800,000 in NSW. Concessions available for properties $800Kโ€“$1M. Saves up to $30,000+ upfront.

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Guarantor Loans

A family member (usually parents) uses their property as additional security โ€” allowing you to borrow with little or no deposit and avoid LMI entirely. No government scheme required.

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LMI Waiver (Professionals)

Doctors, dentists, lawyers, and other eligible professionals can access LMI waivers up to 90โ€“95% LVR regardless of first home buyer status. Ask John if your profession qualifies.

First home buyer timeline
1

Borrowing Power Check

We assess your income, deposit, debts, and expenses to tell you exactly what you can borrow โ€” before you fall in love with a property you can't afford.

2

Pre-Approval

We lodge a formal pre-approval so you can bid at auction or make offers with confidence. Most pre-approvals are conditional โ€” we explain exactly what's conditional on what.

3

Grant & Scheme Applications

We handle the FHOG, First Home Guarantee, and stamp duty exemption paperwork โ€” making sure you claim every benefit you're entitled to.

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Settlement

We manage the lender side of settlement, liaise with your solicitor/conveyancer, and ensure your loan funds on the day it's supposed to.

First home buyer questions answered
Can I use the First Home Guarantee and FHOG at the same time?
Yes โ€” if you're buying or building a new home under the relevant price caps, you may be eligible for both the First Home Guarantee (5% deposit, no LMI) and the NSW First Home Owner Grant ($10,000 cash). The eligibility criteria overlap significantly but are assessed separately. We'll confirm your eligibility for both in your first consultation.
What's the income cap for the First Home Guarantee in 2026?
For the 2025โ€“26 financial year, the income cap is $125,000 for individuals and $200,000 for couples. Income is based on your taxable income for the previous financial year. If you're just over the threshold, there are still other options โ€” we can discuss alternatives including guarantor loans or waiting for the next financial year assessment.
What's the property price cap for the First Home Guarantee in Sydney?
In Sydney (and regional centres with populations over 250,000), the property price cap under the First Home Guarantee is $900,000 as of 2025โ€“26. This covers a wide range of apartments and some houses in outer suburbs. In other NSW areas, the cap is $750,000. Caps are reviewed annually.
Do I need a solicitor or conveyancer?
Yes. A licensed conveyancer or solicitor handles the legal side of the property purchase โ€” reviewing the contract of sale, conducting title searches, handling settlement, and transferring ownership. We work closely with your legal representative but don't provide legal services ourselves. We can recommend conveyancers in the Sydney area if you need a referral.
How much does a mortgage broker cost a first home buyer?
Nothing. Mortgage brokers are paid by the lender after your loan settles. There are no upfront fees, no consultation fees, and no charges to you at any stage. We disclose exactly how we're paid in our Credit Guide before lodging any application.

Ready to buy your first home?

Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll tell you exactly what you can borrow, which grants you qualify for, and what your next steps are.