The brutal truth on housing. Someone has to lose in order for first homebuyers to win

The brutal truth on housing. Someone has to lose in order for first homebuyers to win

Housing costs are a big problem for young people. Home ownership is falling fast in Australia, especially among the young and poor. Fewer than half of 25-34 year olds own their home today. Home ownership among the poorest 20% of that age group has fallen from 63% in 1981 to 23% today. At this rate almost half of retirees will be renters in 40 years time.

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