Information last reviewed 16 August 2026
ACT Grants & Concessions Calculator (2026)
The ACT does not offer a standard First Home Owner Grant. From 1 July 2026, eligible Home Buyer Concession Scheme buyers may pay $0 stamp duty with no income or price cap.
You may qualify for the ACT's Home Buyer Concession Scheme. Use our quick tool to check your eligibility and save thousands.
ACT Home Buyer Support Snapshot (2026)
Cash grant
No standard FHOG
The ACT does not offer a standard first home owner cash grant. Support is delivered mainly through duty concessions.
Home Buyer Concession Scheme
$0 duty (eligible)
From 1 July 2026, eligible HBCS buyers may pay $0 stamp duty with no income test or property price cap.
Official ACT Support Snapshot
| Scheme | Support | Property rules | Price caps |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Home Owner Grant | Not offered | N/A — ACT uses duty relief instead | N/A |
| Home Buyer Concession Scheme | $0 conveyance duty when eligible | Eligible home buyers under HBCS rules | No income or price cap from 1 July 2026 |
| Owner-occupier / pensioner pathways | Duty relief where eligible | Separate ACT concession pathways may apply | Confirm with ACT Revenue Office |
Source: ACT Revenue Office home buyer assistance (FY2026-27)
Frequently Asked Questions About ACT Grants & Concessions
Calculations reconciled against guidelines published by ACT Revenue Office .
Proppers provides financial estimates for informational purposes only. Always confirm grants and concessions with the relevant revenue office or a qualified conveyancer before you buy.