Why government housing incentives lead property investors astray

The Melbourne property market is experiencing a surge in demand, awakening for the enforced hibernation of 2020. Further fuelling the market activity is the host of property purchasing incentives on offer, as the Federal and State Governments work to bolster the economic recovery. Unfortunately incentives can often lead property buyers astray, if they chase the allure of ‘free money’ in expense of foundational purchasing and investment objectives. We explain how to adequately navigate, judge and decide on the merit of particular incentives when applied to your financial and property investment goals - both from a homeowner and investor perspective.