03/09/2026
Everyone said first-time buyers were getting priced out. The numbers say you're actually leading the market. π
If you've been waiting for the "right time" to buy your first home, spring 2026 is making a strong case.
The latest BetterBond figures tell a hopeful story for first-time buyers:
π First-time buyers now make up 38% of the home loan market - up from 35.4% in 2023
π Home loans granted rose 7.1% over the past 12 months (to July 2026) - lending is opening up, not closing down
π The average first-time buyer home is now R1.4 million, a new record - a sign buyers are moving with real confidence
π In today's improved lending environment, banks are more willing to consider 100% (no-deposit) bonds for first-time buyers
Translation: first-time buyers aren't on the sidelines - you're driving this market, and banks are competing for your business.
Before you fall in love with a home, get pre-qualified so you know your number. It's free, it's quick, and it turns "maybe one day" into a plan. π
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