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A new platform designed specifically to support first-home buyers to get on the property ladder will provide access to dedicated Home Buying Coaches to help navigate the increasingly complex world of grants, lending, co-ownership models, and property searching.

The MyFirstHome.com.au portal was created by Australia’s leading property services company, Oliver Hume Property Group, to deliver a comprehensive range of services targeted at first-time home buyers.

Oliver Hume Housing Solutions Director Adam Duster said buying your first home had never been more difficult or complex, with buyers increasingly frustrated by the barriers not faced by previous generations.

“Buying your first home is a monumental milestone, and we believe it should be an exciting and empowering experience, not an overwhelming one,” Mr Duster said. 

“MyFirstHome.com.au exists to change the conversation and break down the barriers that have kept too many Australians from achieving home ownership.”

Home ownership rates are declining rapidly, particularly amongst young and low-income earners, according to the Grattan Institute. Among 25–34 year-olds, the overall home ownership rate has dropped from over 62% to just 44% between 1981 and 2021. For the lowest 40% of income earners in this age group, the rate has plunged from 52% to 31% over the same period.

Oliver Hume’s research reveals that the share of first home buyers in Victoria’s greenfield market has declined significantly, from 55% in 2020 to approximately 36% today, driven by surging property prices, rising interest rates, and escalating construction costs.

MyFirstHome.com.au coaches will be available to clients to provide advice and insights on a range of issues, including gaining access to grants and incentives, securing finance, and finding affordable properties.

“We understand that the traditional idea of owning a home - like the quarter-acre block with a white picket fence - has evolved,” Mr Duster said. “Today’s homeownership requires a different mindset, one that embraces modern living without sacrificing luxury or style.” 

“We’ll walk you through home design options that not only suit your budget but also reflect the contemporary lifestyle you desire, ensuring you don’t have to compromise on comfort or aesthetics.

Unlike traditional lenders and outdated systems that reject applicants based on rigid, one-size-fits-all criteria, MyFirstHome.com.au partners with MyFirstLoan.au – connecting users with expert guidance and tailored financing solutions — even for those overlooked by the big four banks.

The MyFirstLoan.au platform simplifies every step of the process, helping users to:

• Unlock clever savings strategies to build a deposit faster
• Navigate government grants and first-home buyer schemes with confidence
• Understand loan types and access independent mortgage advice
• Browse a curated list of first-home-friendly properties, from trendy apartments to cosy suburban houses and
• Connect with Oliver Hume’s trusted network of professionals including developers, brokers and property advisors.

“MyFirstHome.com.au isn’t about algorithms or fine print,” added Duster. “It’s about helping real people get into real homes, with support that’s personal, practical, and proven to work.”

“First homebuyers have been the biggest victims of surging property prices, increased interest rates, and high building costs.

“We’re dedicated to people getting into real homes with financing that’s tailored to their exact situation, rather than lumping everyone into mindless categories and then rejecting them on a pointless technicality.”

With the launch of MyFirstHome.com.au, Oliver Hume reinforces its commitment to future generations of homeowners, providing not just a pathway to property but a community of support along the way. 

For more information and to book a discovery call with a Home Buyer Coach, visit MyFirstHome.com.au or call 1300 310115.