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Government Launches Consultation on New ISA for First-Time Buyers

A new ISA aimed at first-time buyers is under consultation, with the government seeking feedback on its implementation. The proposed ISA is intended to replace the Lifetime ISA (LISA) and is expected to encourage more first-time buyers into the UK property market.

According to the government, the new ISA will be a simpler product designed to support first-time buyers in purchasing a home. The consultation is now open as ministers look to increase buyer numbers and make home ownership more accessible.

The Lifetime ISA will be withdrawn due to its complexity, which the government says may have discouraged both providers and savers. Withdrawal charges and the age restriction—previously limited to those under 40—were also cited as barriers. The new first-time buyer ISA will not have an upper age limit.

The government has stated that the new ISA will be offered in place of the Lifetime ISA once available. The consultation on the new product is open until 17 August.

For letting agents and inventory clerks, changes to first-time buyer incentives may impact demand in the rental and sales markets, as well as the profile of prospective tenants and buyers.