What is the First Home Owner Grant Scheme?

With the FHOGS initiative, eligible first home buyers receive a one off payment of $7,000.

Who is eligible for the first home owners' grant?

• Individuals over 18 years of age - a company or trust does not qualify.
• An applicant or applicant's spouse must not have received an earlier grant or previously owned a home in Australia before 1 July 2000.
• At least one applicant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Joint applicants will be restricted to one application and only one payment will be made.
• At least one applicant must live in the home as their primary place of residence for a continuous period of six months, within 12 months of settlement or construction.

What types of homes are eligible?

• Newly built or established dwellings, including houses and units.
• Houseboats and mobile homes are not eligible.

When will the grant be paid?

• For existing homes, payment will be made at or after completion or settlement.
• For newly built homes, payment will be made after the Certificate of Occupancy/Completion has been issued.

Where can I find more information?
More information and application forms can be found by contacting the Office of State Revenue in your state.

NSW – www.osr.nsw.gov.au
VIC – www.sro.vic.gov.au
ACT – www.act.gov.au
QLD – www.osr.qld.gov.au
SA – www.revenuesa.sa.gov.au
TAS – www.treasury.tas.gov.au
WA – www.dtf.wa.gov.au