First home buyer conveyancing NSW — stamp duty, grants and the full process

First home buyers in NSW can access the First Home Buyer Assistance Scheme (stamp duty exemption up to $800k or concession up to $1m) and the $10,000 First Home Owner Grant for new homes, with most settlements taking 4–8 weeks from exchange.

First home buyer conveyancing in NSW carries unique opportunities — stamp duty exemptions, grants, and the First Home Guarantee Scheme — and unique risks if missed. We deliver fixed-fee NSW conveyancing for first home buyers with stamp duty and grant eligibility checked at the start, not after.

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What this service delivers

  • First Home Buyer Assistance Scheme (FHBAS) eligibility check
  • First Home Owner Grant ($10k for new homes) application support
  • Fixed-fee scope with stamp duty calculator and timeline

Frequently asked questions

Do I pay stamp duty as a NSW first home buyer?
Under FHBAS, no stamp duty on properties up to $800,000 and a concession up to $1,000,000; thresholds and rules can change so always check current Revenue NSW guidance.
What is the First Home Owner Grant?
$10,000 grant for first home buyers purchasing or building a new home valued up to $600,000 (purchase) or $750,000 (build) in NSW; eligibility conditions apply.
How long does first home buyer conveyancing take?
Most settlements complete in four to eight weeks from exchange, in line with standard NSW residential conveyancing.
What should I check before signing?
Stamp duty eligibility, finance pre-approval, building and pest inspection, strata report (if applicable), and section 10.7 planning certificate are essentials we triage in contract review.