Liberals are scaring first-home buyers with warnings of negative equity – but experts believe there’s little to worry about

The article discusses fears among first-time home buyers about potential negative equity due to falling house prices in Sydney and Melbourne. Economists note that price declines are concentrated in the top-end markets of these cities, suggesting first-time buyers with small deposits are less likely to be affected. Factors contributing to the housing market downturn include rising inflation, interest rates, and concerns over the economic impact of the Middle East conflict.