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[–] thatKamGuy@sh.itjust.works 7 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I mean, those would definitely be the first pool of people who could save up 5% of be able to take advantage of the program - and it’s not like they’re hoarding housing.. it’s literally their first home.

Why does this just feel like a way for the Capitalist class to try and divide the working classes to bicker amongst themselves?

[–] Cypher@aussie.zone 4 points 1 day ago

Its likely people who have just broken into those higher paying roles and are leaping at their very first chance to own a home.

Though I had managed to save a larger deposit it is pretty much how it went for me.

[–] ryannathans@aussie.zone 2 points 1 day ago

Classic guardian reporting