Tax Planning Strategy 156 | Using a SMSF to Undertake Property Development

Tax Planning Strategy 156 | Using a SMSF to Undertake Property Development

SMSF property development tax

Undertaking a property development in a SMSF can result in zero tax payable if the fund is in the pension phase (or 15% if the fund is in the accumulation phase).  

Extra care must be undertaken to ensure that the super fund complies with the SIS Act, including all of the following: 

  • The arm’s length rules under S.109. 
  • The sole purpose test under S.62.
  • Complies with the investment strategy of the fund.
  • That any borrowings are for a single acquirable asset and comply with S.67A. 
  • Assets are not acquired from related parties and breach S.66.

Talk to your accountant or tax agent to ensure compliance.

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