FIRST HOME BUYERS

Build Your First Home in Queensland

Building your first home is an exciting milestone, and having the right information from the start can make the process much easier.

Orbit Homes has been building homes in Queensland since 1993, helping first home buyers understand their options and take the next step with confidence. Whether you already have land, are looking for a house and land package, or are just starting to explore what you can afford, our team can help guide you through the process.

The First Home Building Process

Not sure where to start? Learn about the steps involved in building your first home, from understanding your budget and finding land through to choosing your home, selections, construction and handover. View more

Queensland First Home Owner Grant

Eligible first home buyers building or buying a new home in Queensland may be able to access the First Home Owner Grant. Learn more about the current grant, eligibility requirements and how it may apply when building your new home.

Finance for First Home Buyers

Understanding your budget and borrowing capacity is an important first step. Explore your finance options, get prepared for pre-approval and understand the costs involved in building your first home.

Where We Build in Queensland

Orbit Homes builds across a range of growing communities throughout South East Queensland. Explore where we build and find out whether we can build your new home in your preferred location. View more

Homes for First Home Buyers

Explore home designs and house and land options suited to first home buyers, with a range of floor plans, block sizes and Designer Options available to help you find a home that works for the way you want to live.

FIRST HOME OWNER GRANT

Queensland First Home Owner Grant

If you’re building your first home in Queensland, you may be eligible for financial support through the Queensland First Home Owner Grant.

The grant can help eligible first home buyers with the cost of buying or building a new home, including eligible house and land packages. Our team can help you understand how the grant may fit into your new home journey and point you towards the latest Queensland Government eligibility information.

What first home buyers need to know about the Queensland grant

Check current eligibility and conditions

What is the Queensland First Home Owner Grant?

The Queensland First Home Owner Grant is a government initiative designed to help eligible first home buyers buy or build a new home. The grant is available for eligible new homes, including new builds and eligible house and land packages, subject to current eligibility requirements.

How much is the First Home Owner Grant in Queensland?

Eligible first home buyers may receive a $30,000 grant when buying or building a new home in Queensland, subject to the current property value limit and eligibility requirements.

Who is eligible for the Queensland First Home Owner Grant?

Eligibility depends on factors including whether you have previously owned residential property in Australia, your age and residency status, the type and value of the property and whether you will live in the home as your principal place of residence. Always check the current Queensland Government criteria to confirm your eligibility.

Can I use the First Home Owner Grant when building a new home?

Yes. Eligible first home buyers can access the grant when building a new home, provided the applicant, property and building contract meet the current Queensland Government requirements.

Can I use the First Home Owner Grant with a house and land package?

The grant may be available when purchasing an eligible house and land package, provided the property and applicant meet the current Queensland Government requirements.

When is the First Home Owner Grant paid?

When the grant is paid can depend on how you are buying or building your home and how your application is lodged. For a new home build, payment generally occurs at an eligible stage of construction. Your lender or the Queensland Revenue Office can confirm the timing that applies to your circumstances.

Finance for First Home Buyers

Understand your budget before you build

Getting your finances organised early can help you understand what you may be able to afford and explore home designs, land and house and land packages that suit your budget.
Orbit Homes can also connect you with finance specialists who can discuss your individual circumstances and lending options.

How much deposit do I need to build my first home?

The deposit you need will depend on your lender, financial circumstances, the value of your property and the type of loan you choose. Some first home buyers may also be eligible for government schemes that can reduce the deposit required. A finance specialist can help you understand the options available to you.

Should I get finance pre-approval before choosing a home?

Finance pre-approval can give you a clearer understanding of your borrowing capacity before you commit to a home or land. This can help you focus your search on home designs and house and land packages that suit your budget.

How do progress payments work when building a new home?

When building a new home, payments are generally made in stages as construction progresses rather than paying the full construction amount at once. Your building contract will outline the payment stages, and your lender can explain how funds will be released throughout construction.

Can first home buyers get help with finance?

Yes. A finance specialist can help you understand borrowing capacity, deposits, loan options and any first home buyer assistance you may be eligible for before you start building.

HOUSE AND LAND PACKAGES

Find a House and Land Package for Your First Home

Don’t have land yet? A house and land package can make it easier to start your first home journey by bringing together a block of land with a home design suited to it. Explore house and land packages across our Queensland build regions, with options across a range of locations, home designs and block sizes.

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