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Renters could end up $700,000 better off than first-home buyers, economist finds

An economist has calculated that renters could accumulate significantly more wealth than first-home buyers in current market conditions.

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An economist has calculated that renters could end up around $700,000 better off than first-home buyers over time. The analysis comes as first-home buyers have been taking advantage of flat house prices and strong investment markets.

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Renters 'could end up $700,000 better off' than first-home buyers, economist calculates

First-home buyers have been taking advantage of flat house prices and strong investment markets.

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