Almost a quarter of Gen Y first timers want no deposit home loan

Almost 50% of first home buyers from Generation Y want early access to their superannuation or for their employer to salary sacrifice, to fund a deposit, according to Mozo.com.au’s research.

In a survey undertaken to launch Mozo’s new First Home Buyers Hub, first home buyers were asked how they would prefer to fund their home purchase if given the option.

The majority, at 49%, were prepared to save diligently. If you’re one of these first home buyers, you can see some savings tips over the page.

However, 22% were keen to borrow the full purchase price without a deposit.

Here are the results from Mozo:

Mozo director Kirsty Lamont said that it’s interesting to see which option first home buyers would choose when facing increasing property prices.

“It’s clear Gen Y feel it’s unattainable to enter the property market by saving alone, and want the Government to seriously consider superannuation as the solution,” said Lamont.

“Using superannuation to fund property sounds good in theory but it’s not the silver bullet for first homebuyers,” she said.

She noted that first home buyers have to consider stamp duty, mortgage interest, maintenance costs and the lost returns the super could have earned.

“With this seemingly quick fix what’s also lost is the important discipline of regular savings, which can become a harsh reality when the mortgage repayments start,” she warned.

For those interested in Mozo’s savings tips, turn the page.

With almost 50% keen to go the traditional route and save the funds for a deposit, Lamond suggests living off one salary if buying as a couple, or selling off unnecessary assets such as a second car.

Moving in with the parents may also be an option, she says, noting these are temporary choices.

They also suggest:

1. High interest savings accounts
   
   
2. Setting a budget
   
   
3. Getting a second job
   
   
4. Ditching credit cards
   
   
5. Selling old items online

You can see more of their tips here.