If you’re a first home buyer in Western Australia, you may be eligible for stamp duty exemptions or concessions, which can help reduce the costs of purchasing your first home.
Here’s what you need to know:
Property value:
- Full exemption: Available for homes valued at $430,000 or less.
- Concession: A sliding scale concession applies for homes valued between $430,001 and $530,000.
Eligibility criteria:
- First home buyer status: Both you and your spouse/partner must be first home buyers, meaning neither of you has previously owned residential property in Western Australia or elsewhere in Australia.
- Age requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of the property purchase.
- Residency requirement: At least one buyer must occupy the property as their principal place of residence (PPR) for at least six months within 12 months of settlement.
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency: At least one buyer must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Additional considerations:
- Vacant land purchases: If you’re purchasing vacant land to build your first home, you may still qualify for exemptions or concessions, provided the land’s purchase price falls within the specified thresholds.
- Off-the-plan purchases: For off-the-plan properties, the exemption or concession applies based on the final purchase price.
Please note that these benefits are available only once. If you or your partner have previously received a first home buyer duty exemption or concession, you are not eligible again.
For more detailed information and to assess your eligibility, visit the State Revenue Office Western Australia’s official page on first home buyer exemptions and concessions.
Ready to buy your first home in Western Australia? Contact a UFinancial team member today to explore your home loan options and receive expert guidance throughout the home-buying process.
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