SMSF Property Investment Advice

Our advisors can provide expert guidance on SMSF Property investing

When it comes to SMSF investment options, property has consistently been the most popular.

When it became possible to use a self-managed super fund – also known as an SMSF – to invest in property, it made sense that this continued to be a popular option.

An SMSF allows you greater control over which assets your superannuation is being invested into when compared to a traditional retail or industry fund.

While some choose to invest in riskier assets like gold or vintage cars, a property is one investment that will generally provide the returns required to ensure your financial future is secure.

Like many other aspects of creating and running an SMSF, investing in property through an SMSF can be complicated and costly.

To ensure that your investment property will continue to help create your dream financial future, there are a number of rules governing what type of property you can buy and how it can be used.

And that’s all before you get to the fees and tax implications that can result from using your SMSF to purchase a property.

With all of these restrictions to consider, it can be easy to feel like you need to seek professional advice and help.

That’s where we come in.

Our team of expert SMSF advisors are here to help you navigate every step of this investment strategy process with the confidence that comes from knowing your financial future is secure.

Whether you’re considering the commercial or residential property as the right investment for you or just want to know more about the risks and benefits that come with establishing an SMSF, we can help.

All you have to do to get started is get in touch.

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The Benefits & Limitations of using an SMSF to buy property.

Purchasing a property through your SMSF ensures that you have direct control over a diverse portfolio of assets that will usually have consistent capital growth.

But like establishing an SMSF itself, investing in property also comes with a few limitations.

In order to be eligible for the same tax benefits as a traditional retail or industry super fund, your SMSF has to pass the sole purpose test. In order to pass this test, all investments purchased using your superannuation fund have to be solely for providing retirement benefits to the members of your SMSF.

Some of the benefits

Using your self-managed super funds to invest in property can also help you:

Reduce your capital gains tax
Gain full control over where your super funds are being invested
Create a tax-effective way of purchasing commercial property
Achieve a secure financial future by directly managing your super
Secure better asset growth than traditional super funds

Some of the limitations.

Investing in property through an SMSF includes limitations such as being:

Unable to purchase a property that belonged to a family member, friend or associate
Restricted from renovating your property in any way that dramatically alters it
Prevented from purchasing a property with the sole aim of redeveloping and reselling it
Unable to have yourself or a loved one live in the property

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Should I invest in commercial or residential property?

When deciding on what type of property would best suit your SMSF investment needs, the first choice you may encounter is choosing between commercial or residential investment property.

Both commercial and residential property have benefits and downsides when it comes to investing through your SMSF.

Residential properties have a number of restrictions preventing you or your relatives from living in the property.

That’s why, in our experience, commercial property may serve as a more suitable option for your unique financial needs, wants and goals.

In particular, small business owners may benefit from investing in commercial property. Through an SMSF, it is possible to purchase your business premises and then rent it from yourself by paying your rent money directly into your super fund.

So, how do you decide which type of property is right for you?

Everyone’s financial world is different. That means deciding on whether a commercial or residential property is right for you will depend on your unique financial goals, needs and wants.

Your team of financial advisors takes into account every aspect of your financial world and can help you make your decision with the confidence of knowing your financial future is taken care of.

Want to invest in property through an SMSF?

We understand that knowing exactly how a self-managed super fund property investment can help create your dream financial future can be tricky.

That’s why your team of financial advisors aim to make the process as simple as possible by working with you directly to decide whether SMSF property investments are the right option for you.

Your team of financial advisors can help you:

Decide which type of property will best suit your financial needs
Understand how an SMSF will affect your financial plan
Learn all the requirements involved in an SMSF property
Decide whether an SMSF property is the right option for you
Get answers to any and all of your questions
Relax knowing your financial future is secure

Using your SMSF to purchase an investment property is a serious commitment that is challenging to do well on your own.

We work with you to ensure you’re doing just that while working to grow your wealth and secure your financial future.

Let us help you make sure that a self-managed super fund property investment is the right option to create your dream financial future.

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