Western Australia’s First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) offers $10,000 to eligible first home buyers purchasing or building a new home valued under $750,000, or up to $1 million in the state’s north. This grant is designed to support housing affordability and encourage the construction of new dwellings in both metropolitan and regional areas. The FHOG is a key part of the WA Government’s strategy to help first home buyers enter the property market.
Eligibility for the FHOG in Western Australia requires applicants to be first-time home buyers, Australian citizens or permanent residents, and to live in the property as their principal place of residence for at least six months. The property must be a new build, and applicants must not have previously owned or co-owned a home in Australia. The application process is straightforward, with most applicants applying through their lender or directly to the WA Department of Finance.
The FHOG has helped thousands of Western Australians achieve their dream of home ownership. By reducing the upfront costs of buying a new home, the grant makes it easier for young families and individuals to enter the market. Combined with other government incentives, such as stamp duty concessions, the FHOG plays a vital role in supporting housing affordability and stimulating the construction industry in Western Australia6.
