Think that waiting for a first home buyer grant is the smart move? Think again.

In this episode of Your First Home Buyer Guide, we uncover how waiting for the “perfect” government incentive can set you back by tens of thousands of dollars. You’ll hear real examples of buyers who hesitated and ended up paying more, or missing out entirely, because they were banking on a scheme that never came… or came too late.

We dive deep into what we call the “Incentive Illusion”—the belief that waiting for grants will give you an edge. Spoiler: They often do the opposite. With demand surges, tighter eligibility criteria, and market shifts, waiting could push your dream property out of reach. More importantly, you’ll learn why true buying power doesn’t come from a government handout—it comes from being prepared, informed, and in control of your numbers.

If you're ready to ditch the hype and make smarter decisions, this one’s for you. Tune in and get clear on what to focus on, what to ignore, and how to get out of “decision limbo” for good. Head to homebuyeracademy.com.au to learn more about our step-by-step course that’s helping first home buyers across Australia move faster—and buy better.

 

Episode Highlights:

Welcome [00:00]

• First Home Buyer Incentives and Market Risks [00:08]
• Introduction to the PACE System [01:41]
• Impact of Incentives on Property Prices [03:19]
• Opportunity Costs and Emotional Impact [07:27]
• Alternatives to Waiting for Incentives [10:27]

 

Resources:

• Visit our website https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/ 
• Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFirstHomeBuyerCourse
• Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/your-first-home-buyer-guide-podcast/id1544701825
• Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GyrfXoqvDxjqNRv40NVQs?si=7c8bc4362fab421f

 

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See you on the inside,

Veronica & Meighan

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