Post by Equifax Australia

🏠The Equifax Consumer Market Pulse Q1 2026 highlights that First Home Buyer mortgage demand is being driven by specific regional corridors and demographics. 📍Queensland and Western Australia are currently the primary engines for growth, particularly among younger buyers. This surge is heavily influenced by the 5% deposit scheme, which has seen 18-25 year olds record a 22.8% increase in enquiries vs Q1 2025 as they bypass traditional deposit hurdles.