For many working professionals, Westmead has become a popular choice. Close to major employment hubs, transport links, and essential infrastructure, Westmead offers a mix of affordability and long-term potential — but understanding how the market is behaving is key before making a decision.

For many first home buyers, the biggest hurdle isn’t finding the right property — it’s understanding how to get into the market sooner. What often gets overlooked is the range of support available through Australian Federal Government schemes, which can significantly reduce the upfront cost of buying your first home.

As a buyers’ agent working with investors across different stages of wealth creation, one of the most commonly misunderstood strategies I see is purchasing property through a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF).

The First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSSS) provides a tax-effective way for first home buyers to save a home deposit via voluntary super contributions. Learn about eligibility, contribution limits, ownership exclusions, withdrawal rules, and how to maximise your savings with this government-backed scheme.