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Buying your first home is a big deal. The Help to Buy Scheme (HTB) and the First Home Scheme (FHS) are the government's two main support schemes for first-time buyers in Ireland. These schemes are making a huge difference in giving more people the boost they need to get their dream home.

The Galway property market is continuing to experience a significant shortage in supply, particularly impacting first-time buyers seeking homes in the city area. Local real estate agent Deirdre D’Arcy, of DNG Maxwell, Heaslip & Leonard sees first-hand the current challenges facing prospective homeowners. The growing demand for housing in Galway, coupled with limited supply, has created a competitive landscape, especially for those entering the market for the first time. "The lack of available properties in the city area is putting immense pressure on first-time buyers, many of whom are struggling to secure suitable homes within their budget," she said.