Easier to read and understand, our 2024-25 Federal Budget Summary wraps up the key changes and introductions that are likely to impact the property market.
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Growth Expected
Economic growth is forecast at 2% next year and 2.25% in 2025-26.
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Inflation to Fall
The treasury expects inflation to fall to 2.75% by June 2025 (a more optimistic view than what the RBA has forecast).
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Employment to Slow
Employment growth is forecast to slow from 2.25% this year to 0.75% in 2024-25, with unemployment rising to 4.5%.
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Increased Borrowing Power
- Boosts from Tax Cuts
Homebuyers will be able to borrow tens of thousands more next financial year due to tax cuts aimed at lowering the cost of living. - Higher Take-Home Pay
Adjustments to tax rates will increase most taxpayer’s take home, enhancing their ability to borrow for a home. - Auction Advantage
This increase in savings could make a significant difference during home purchases, potentially being the deciding factor in competitive bids.
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Advantage for Dual Income Homes and First Home Buyers
Households with dual incomes will see a more substantial impact, potentially doubling the borrowing capacity increase.
Higher interest rates have constrained borrowing capacities for first-home buyers in the past, making the tax cuts particularly beneficial. Those buying affordable properties will benefit the most from the increased borrowing capacity.
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Tax Cut Timing
Banks may take a month or so to update their calculators to reflect tax cuts, but brokers can manually adjust calculations sooner – allowing home buyers to take advantage of their additional take home pay sooner.
How will the 24-25 Federal Budget impact your property goals?
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