Home Guarantee Scheme for Pharmacists
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The Australian Government has revealed important changes to the Home Guarantee Scheme, starting from 1 October 2025. These updates will create many more chances for first-time home buyers – including pharmacists working across Australia. This is the biggest improvement to government help for buying homes in recent years, removing blocks that have previously stopped many pharmacists from getting into the property market.
From October 1, 2025, the Home Guarantee Scheme will get a major upgrade to help more Australians buy homes faster. The improved scheme takes away limits on how many Government guarantees are available, letting all Australian first home buyers get into the market with only 5% deposit and skip Lenders Mortgage Insurance.
No Quota Limits: The old strict limits that previously stopped people from accessing the scheme are finished. Every first-time buyer who qualifies, including pharmacists, can now apply without worrying about missing out because there's no space.
No Income Limits: First home buyers earning more money can now use the Scheme, meaning experienced pharmacists and pharmacy owners are no longer left out because they earn too much.
Much Higher Property Price Caps: Property price limits have been raised a lot across most regions to reflect today's market prices and give buyers more home choices.
Easier Regional Applications: The separate Regional First Home Buyer Guarantee will be joined with the main First Home Guarantee, making things simpler for pharmacists working in country towns and regional areas.
The new price caps show what Australia's property markets are actually like and give pharmacists much more housing choices:
Sydney and NSW regional centres: Gone up from $900,000 to $1,500,000
Melbourne and Victorian regional centres: Up from $800,000 to $950,000
Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast: Lifted from $700,000 to $1,000,000
Perth: Raised from $600,000 to $850,000
Adelaide: Increased from $600,000 to $900,000
These increases recognise that property prices have grown significantly in major cities and regional centres, making sure pharmacists aren't shut out of areas where they practice and want to live.
The scheme operates through over 30 participating lenders, including major banks, customer-owned banks, and regional lenders. Pharmacists interested in the expanded scheme should:
Start saving today: You only need 5%, but having extra savings gives you more options and peace of mind
Check if you're eligible: Use Housing Australia's eligibility tool to make sure you qualify
Think about location: Price caps are very different between areas
Get professional help: Talk to mortgage brokers who understand both the scheme and pharmacists' unique work situations
Pharmacists have always faced particular challenges getting home loans due to business ownership structures, varying income from different pharmacy roles, and different employment arrangements between hospital, community, and industrial pharmacy settings. The expanded Home Guarantee Scheme fixes many of these problems by focusing on making access easier and removing barriers to getting started.
Don't wait until October 2025 to start getting ready for these exciting changes. Let Pharmacist Loans help you make the dream of owning a home come true.
Initial Consultation
Your journey begins with a conversation about your property goals - whether you're purchasing a home, investing, refinancing, or seeking another type of loan. Our Finance & Mortgage Brokers explain the overall loan application process, assess your financial position, and begin identifying suitable loan options from a wide panel of banks and lenders across Australia.
Financial Assessment
Your broker conducts a detailed review of your finances, including income, expenses, assets, liabilities and savings. They determine your borrowing capacity and explain key terms like loan-to-value ratio (LVR), lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), and any government schemes or discounts you may be eligible for.
Loan Comparison & Selection
With a clear understanding of your financial situation, our Finance & Mortgage Brokers research and compare a range of loan options. These may include fixed or variable interest rate loans, products with offset accounts, or flexible repayment features. Our brokers help you weigh the pros and cons of each loan, ensuring you choose the one that aligns best with your needs and preferences.
Loan Pre-Approval
Securing loan pre-approval provides a clear idea of how much you can borrow and strengthens your position in the property market. Your broker prepares and submits the required documents - such as payslips, tax returns, and bank statements - to the lender for assessment. Pre-approval also gives you confidence to make offers when you find the right property.
Formal Loan Application
Once you've chosen your preferred loan, your broker completes and submits the formal application to the lender. They manage all required documentation, respond to any queries from the lender, and keep you informed throughout the process to avoid unnecessary delays.
Loan Approval & Settlement Preparation
After your loan is formally approved, our brokers review the loan agreement with you and confirm that all terms - such as interest rate, fees, and repayment schedule - are clear and understood. They also help you set up your loan account and arrange any necessary insurance, such as mortgage or home loan protection.
Settlement & Ongoing Support
At settlement, the lender advances the funds and ownership of the property is transferred to you. Our brokers coordinate with your solicitor or conveyancer to ensure everything runs smoothly. After settlement, our Finance & Mortgage Brokers remain available for ongoing support - whether it's managing repayments, exploring refinancing opportunities, or helping with future property plans.
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Your maximum borrowing capacity depends on your income, expenses, existing debts, and deposit size. As a general guide, most lenders allow pharmacists to borrow 5-6 times their annual gross income, but this can vary significantly. Professional packages for healthcare workers sometimes offer higher borrowing ratios. We can give you an accurate assessment based on your specific financial situation.
Absolutely! Pharmacist Loans specialises in helping pharmacists access tailored finance options for pharmacy businesses. Whether you're purchasing an existing pharmacy, setting up a new one, or expanding your operations, we work with lenders who understand the unique financial structures of pharmacy ownership, providing tailored loan solutions specific to pharmacists’ needs
Yes, many of our lender partners offer professional packages specifically for healthcare workers, including pharmacists. These can include reduced interest rates, waived fees, higher borrowing capacities, or reduced deposit requirements. We'll identify which lenders offer the best professional packages and ensure you're getting access to any special rates or benefits available to pharmacy professionals.
In most cases, our services are completely free to you. We're typically paid a commission by the lenders when your loan settles. In some specialised situations, there may be a small fee, but we'll always be transparent about this upfront and ensure you understand all costs involved.
We'll walk you through exactly what you need, but typically it's your employment contract or offer letter, recent payslips, bank statements, and proof of your AHPRA registration. If you're a locum or contractor pharmacist, don't worry - we know how to gather the right paperwork to show your consistent work history and make your application as strong as possible.
We don't set the rates - lenders do - but we have access to some of the most competitive rates in the market through our large panel of lenders. This includes professional packages specifically for healthcare workers that often offer discounted rates and fee waivers. Current rates change daily, so we'll find you the best available rate for your situation when you're ready to apply.
HECS debt does impact borrowing capacity as lenders include it in their serviceability calculations. However, we work with lenders who understand that healthcare professionals like pharmacists have strong earning potential and career stability. We can help position your application to maximise your borrowing capacity and may have access to lenders with more favourable HECS debt treatment policies.
Absolutely. We specialise in working with pharmacists and understand that your employment structure can vary significantly. Whether you're a salaried employee, contractor, locum pharmacist, or own your own pharmacy, we know how to present your income and employment situation to lenders in the best possible light. We're familiar with pharmacy industry contracts, overtime structures, and the seasonal variations that can occur in pharmacy work.
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Disclaimer: This page provides general information only and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. We recommend that you consider whether it is appropriate for your circumstances and your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. It does not constitute legal, tax or financial advice and you should always seek professional advice in relation to your individual circumstances. Names & Locations of users have been changed to protect their privacy and are illustrative only.
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