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Tax & Government

Family Home Guarantee

Lets eligible single parents buy with a 2% deposit and no LMI.

What is Family Home Guarantee?

The Family Home Guarantee is a federal scheme letting eligible single parents with dependent children buy (or re-buy) a home with just a 2% deposit — no LMI. The government guarantees the remaining 18%. Available to first-home buyers and previous homeowners.

Why it matters for you

One of the most generous schemes in Australia for eligible applicants. Limited places released each financial year (allocations move fast). Income caps apply: $125K for singles in 2026. Eligible homes subject to state price caps.

See if you qualify

Free. No pressure. No credit check.

Related terms

5% deposit, no LMI, government guarantee. For eligible first-home buyers.

Tax & Government

The insurance you pay when your deposit is under 20%.

Home Buying Basics

5% deposit, no LMI, for first-home buyers in regional areas.

Tax & Government
Last updated: April 2026