What is an SMSF loan, and how does it work?
More than one million Australians have their retirement savings invested in self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF), with these trusts making up almost a third of the nation’s $3.5 trillion superannuation sector.
SMSFs have become more popular as they can provide members with greater control over investments and retirement outcomes than traditional super funds, which can be at the mercy of the share market. They also can offer more flexibility and lower fees than retail or industry super funds.
For many Australian SMSF holders, residential and commercial property is a viable investment option, as it allows for steady cash flow and offers potential tax benefits. An SMSF loan allows you to borrow money to purchase a property using the purchased property as security. This means that should a borrower default on the SMSF loan, the lender can only repossess the property, not the SMSF’s assets.
But whether you’re after a residential or SMSF commercial property loan in Sydney, there are few restrictions on how the property can be used. Failing to adhere to these restrictions could result in serious fines and penalties, which can strain your SMSF holdings.
