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Keystart have increased the maximum income limits for first home buyers by a minimum of $15,000.
The good news is in!
Premier Mark McGowan has announced that Keystart will be increasing the maximum income limits for their low deposit home loans in Western Australia.
Until 31st December 2019, the income threshold has been increased for the below:
- Singles: $105,000 (previously $90,000)
- Couples: $130,000 (previously $115,000)
- Families: $155,000 (previously $135,000)
This is great news for people who were originally earning too much to qualify for Keystart. While they were unable to obtain finance, they can now enter the property market. The move will also boost the housing construction industry and generate more WA jobs.
“My Government wants to help as many Western Australians as possible achieve the dream of home ownership,” Mr McGowan stated.
“The changes to the Keystart eligibility criteria will help drive new building activity and stimulate the State’s economy.”
Here’s a quick summary of keystart:
- It’s a Government scheme only available in Western Australia
- Applicants need to meet the eligibility criteria, which includes being an owner-occupier, Australian citizen or permanent resident
- The property purchase price caps at $480,000
- Only a 2% deposit is required
- There is no Lenders Mortgage Insurance