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PROPERTY SUPPORT

B reaking into the property market has become a serious financial challenge for many first-time homebuyers.

There's more than one reason for this, but rising prices have played a part. Since 2013, for example, the average dwelling price across the country has jumped from $508,100 to $912,700, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Some buyers have turned to the bank of mum and dad for help in the form of a loan or guarantee, but for those who don't have that option, is there any other support available? The answer is yes.

There are a range of government schemes aimed at helping budding first homebuyers get a foot in the door, either by saving

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