Buy Your First Home With Just 5% Deposit

Stop renting and step into property ownership. We guide you through government grants, scheme approvals, and fee exemptions so you can buy sooner.
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4 Ways The Government Helps You Buy

Explore federal and state incentives designed specifically to lower your deposit hurdle and eliminate fees.

Federal Scheme

First Home Guarantee

Purchase a home with just a 5% deposit without paying Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI). Government guarantees up to 15%.

State Grant

$10,000 FHOG Grant

Receive a $10,000 direct cash grant from the state government when buying or building a brand-new home.

Tax Discount

Stamp Duty Exemption

Pay $0 in stamp duty for properties valued up to $600,000, with reduced concessions up to $750,000.

Tax Saving

FHSS Super Scheme

Whether you’re purchasing an investment property or building a new home, we help you explore finance solutions designed around your property plans.

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Incentives You Can Tap Into

Australian federal and state governments offer several grants to reduce the costs of buying your first property.

First Home Guarantee (FHBG)

Buy a home with as little as a 5% deposit without paying Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI). The government guarantees up to 15% of the loan.

First Home Owner Grant (FHOG)

Receive up to $10,000 in cash grants when buying or building a brand-new home under state-specific price thresholds.

Stamp Duty Exemption & Discount

Pay zero stamp duty or enjoy significant duty concessions on first home purchases below specified property price caps.

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Why First Home Buyers Choose Singh Loan

Navigating your first home loan can feel overwhelming. We simplify the entire process, standing by your side from pre-approval until key handover.

40+ Lenders Compared

We find the lowest interest rates across major Australian banks and specialist lenders.

Zero Cost Service

Our broker service is 100% free for clients—lenders pay us upon loan settlement.

Grant Application Managed

We lodge all government grant paperwork directly with your chosen lender.

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Your Path In 4 Simple Steps

From initial calculation to getting your keys, here is how we handle your home loan.
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Borrowing Power

We evaluate your income and deposit size to calculate exactly how much banks will lend you.
02

Pre-Approval

We lodge your file to secure conditional approval so you can shop for properties with confidence.
03

Make An Offer

Find your home, sign contracts, and let us arrange property valuation and final formal approval.
04

Settlement & Keys

We coordinate funds with your conveyancer and chosen bank. Collect your keys and move in!

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Got Questions? We Have Answers

Buying a property or arranging finance can feel complicated. We’ve answered some of the questions we hear most often to help you get started.

While standard bank requirements suggest a 20% deposit to avoid mortgage insurance, eligible first home buyers can purchase with as little as a 5% deposit using government guarantee schemes.

LMI is a fee charged by banks if your deposit is under 20%. It protects the bank—not you. However, we can help you bypass LMI entirely using federal guarantee programs.

Yes. Many lenders accept genuine savings combined with non-refundable financial gifts from parents, or a family guarantee to cover deposit shortages.

Most lender pre-approvals remain valid for 90 days. If you haven't found a home in that window, we can easily request an extension with updated pay slips.

LET'S TALK

Ready To Buy Your First Home?

Book a free consultation with Singh Loan & Finance. We will check your grant eligibility and find your lowest interest rate option.