It's not easy to get that first foot on the property ladder, but government programs and incentives can help. What many buyers might not realise is that there's often more on the table if you're prepared to buy or build a brand-new home. 

We chat with Juliet Helmke, New Homes Editor at REA Group, and Elijah Barrett from Mortgage Choice to break down the complex world of state and federal programs to help buyers navigate their first property purchase.