SMSF Australia Blog Articles

What to do when SMSF property is held in the wrong name: why legal title matters, the ATO's view on declarations of trust, and stamp duty relief.

Yes, you do need to value all assets of an SMSF every year and provide the auditor with appropriate evidence to justify the valuation

Possibly. The answer hinges on what type of property is my SMSF buying and who will the tenant be? As a general rule an SMSF cannot buy a purely residential property from a member or one of their associates, known as related parties.

When you buy property through a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) you need to follow the unique rules applicable with SMSFs to ensure you remain compliant

As property prices have risen in Australia SMSF investing in international property has become an attractive investment for SMSFs.

Can I live in my SMSF property when I retire? Conditionally, yes, you first take the property out of the SMSF via a lump sum payment having reached preservation

Property Investment in a Self-Managed Super Fund has been a popular choice, mostly since SMSFs are allowed to borrow money to fund the purchase of an investment property.

One common question is, “Can I live in a property owned by my SMSF?” It may sound right, but the answer to the question is NO

Unsure if you can use your SMSF to invest in property? This article covers the basics of what's involved in property investment for SMSFs.

There are numerous strategies and ways for property to form part of an SMSF’s investments and must be carefully considered to ensure it's right for you.