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For many first home buyers, entering the property market today is far more challenging than it was for previous generations. While strong incomes and disciplined saving remain important, the gap between wages and property prices in major cities like Sydney has widened significantly.   As a result, family support, otherwise known as the “Bank of Mum and Dad”, has become an increasingly common way to help buyers bridge that gap.   Several structural factors are driving this tre

Sydney’s property market presents a familiar challenge for first home buyers: the lifestyle you want to live isn't always the lifestyle you can afford to buy into right away. If you love living near the beaches of the Eastern Suburbs or the buzz of an inner Sydney suburb, the idea of moving an hour away just to get onto the property ladder can feel unappealing.   However, there is a strategy that can help bridge the gap.   Enter Rentvesting Rentvesting is a strategy where you

Category: First Home Buyers / Market Insights Date: 19 February 2026   People often ask: “Is renting smarter — or should I buy?”   With interest rates higher than a few years ago and ownership costs like strata and council rates to consider, it’s understandable why many buyers hesitate. At the same time, rents across Sydney have increased significantly, making the comparison less straightforward than it once was.   We modelled a simplified case study to illustrate how two d