In an interview with Canberra Times following the release of the 2026-27 ACT Budget, REIACT CEO Maria Edwards said the Institute welcomes the removal of stamp duty for first home buyers noting that this will help stimulate the economy given ACT’s first-time buyer cohort. However, Maria expressed her disappointment in the lack of incentives for investors, pointing out that the continued pressure on them will result in the decreased availability of rental properties in the Territory.