Where do first home buyers get a stamp duty concession?

Where do first home buyers get a stamp duty concession?
Jennifer DukeDecember 7, 2020

Understandably, anything that costs first time buyers above and beyond their initial deposit is going to be a source of frustration.

Add to this the current revelations about stamp duty and it’s not surprising that having enough to pay this tax is also a consideration.

So, is there a concession if your buying your first home?

Unfortunately, not for all of you. Here’s the table that clears up what concessions are available (click to open in new window):

Source: State Revenue Offices/HIA

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Jennifer Duke

Jennifer Duke was a property writer at Property Observer

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