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First home buyers are racing to buy — but rising prices put home ownership ‘further out of reach’ – ABC News
First home buyers are helping prop up the property market during a pandemic — but a feedback loop is emerging where rising prices are simultaneously making it harder…

First home buyers are helping prop up the property market during a pandemic but a feedback loop is emerging where rising prices are simultaneously making it harder than ever for some to buy their first home.
Key points:
- Home loans for first home buyers are at their highest level since 2009
- Some first home buyers are taking advantage of low interest rates and government schemes
- Prices are rising despite downturn predictions which makes it harder for lower income buyer
Despite initial predictions that…
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