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Experts calm fears of negative equity for first-home buyers

Published Friday, June 12, 2026 · Updated June 13

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  • Experts Debunk Negative Equity Fears — 1 source

Coverage is limited to a single left-leaning source, potentially lacking other ideological viewpoints.

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Housing market experts in Australia are working to alleviate fears among first-home buyers regarding negative equity. Data suggests that negative equity is not widespread and primarily affects the high-end market, with a very small percentage of overall mortgages currently in this situation.

What We Know — Key Points

  • In the three months to May, dwelling values in the cheapest 25% of the market were up 0.4% in Sydney and down 0.2% in Melbourne.
  • Negative equity is primarily affecting the high-end housing market, rather than first-home buyers.
  • CoreLogic data indicates that only 0.2% of all mortgages in Australia are currently in negative equity.
  • The proportion of first-home buyers experiencing negative equity is even lower than the national average of 0.2%.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Experts Debunk Negative Equity Fears
  • The Guardian

    The article challenges conservative warnings about negative equity for first-home buyers by highlighting expert opinions and data suggesting the issue is less severe and primarily affects the high-end market, while also touching on broader affordability challenges.

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