Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?

yes, as long as we actively address other factors such as limiting tax breaks on investment properties

Yes, first time home buyers need a leg up over investors

No it should be there labour to purchase their home not our money

will only add to house price increases, de-incentivise investment housing as the primary investment choice for Australians instead by ending negative gearing and tax breaks for people who own multiple properties.

Yes, and the blanket rule they have for the entry price is rubbish. For example, someone living in a city will struggle to find property listed at a price that gives them access to first home buyers schemes.

No, the focus needs to be more on the cost of housing and the amount of empty houses providing housing for everyone.

Yes but also include people who are older where they have not owned a house in many years or where they owned a home with another person but is seeking to buy as a single

I think a government housing saving scheme that operates similar to how super works but for purchasing a house could be a good idea. It would have to be opt-in and the government would add savings to the account in proportion to how much you add.

Yes, but only for buyers that have proven that they need the money, as many people are just irresponsible with money and don't deserve any subsidies.

And provide backpayment to recent first home buyers who have had to pay higher stamp duty due to entry level homes surpassing the state thresholds for stamp duty exemption.

No because all it has done is cause builders to increase the cost of their homes and developments by the same amount or more

Stamp duty should be reviewed particularly in NSW rather than funding new buyers creating more demand, therefore higher prices. Subsidise retirees to downsize to open more houses for sale. More stock lower prices.

A grant for people who have never had first home buyers grant, regardless of prior home purchase history as a way of allowing people to gain a foot on property ladder

No, it distorts the market and puts first home owners in more debt due to increasing demand for entry level properties

No, it drives up prices. They need to stop immigration for many years and let housing catch-up. Also prevent investors from buying existing stock (only new builds) if that will help too.

current subsidy not effective - supply problem need to increase housing supply

Yes but only if a way can be found that doesn't automatically hike the price in keeping, which amounts to the subsidy benefitting the seller, not the first home buyer.

Yes

Have you or anyone you know been impacted by the high cost of housing, and what emotions does that bring up for you personally?

Do you agree or disagree with the idea that it’s better for the government to focus on building more affordable housing than to provide direct financial help to buyers?

What values or priorities do you think should determine who qualifies for assistance in buying a home?

How would owning your first home change your life, and what obstacles do you currently see in reaching that goal?

Is owning a home something you think everyone should aspire to, or is renting a better fit for some people’s lifestyles?

How important do you think owning a home is to achieving stability and personal success?

Do you believe government programs that help first-time homebuyers could lead to unintended consequences like rising home prices?

How do you feel about the idea of paying taxes to support homeownership programs — would you be willing to contribute to help others buy homes?

If you could design a program to help young people achieve homeownership, what important features would you include or exclude?

Do you think financial aid from the government for homebuyers should be prioritized over other public services? Why or why not?