Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS) Changes from October - How it affects Home Buyers

Australia’s property rules are shifting: what’s new now, and what’s coming1) Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS) expands on 1 October 2025 From 1 Oct 2025, the Commonwealth’s HGS (the umbrella for the First Home Guarantee, Family Home Guarantee and Regional First Home Buyer Guarantee) is being broadened to unlimited places, no income caps, and higher property price caps (caps vary by location; check the postcode tool). This is a major change from the pr…

Buyer's Guide for Norwood, SA

Looking to buy a home in Norwood, SA? Norwood sits just 4 km east of the Adelaide CBD and centres on The Parade, a lively main-street precinct of cafés, shopping, services and Norwood Oval (Coopers Stadium). Character cottages and villas line leafy streets, with newer apartments tucked close to the main strip. If you’re considering buying here, use this guide to understand the market, amenities & community, demographics, and the extra checks …