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Buying Property With SMSF: Everything You Need To Know

Buying Property With SMSF: Everything You Need To Know
Dom Paranthoiene
Global Equity Analyst | Dom Paranthoiene
Published7 June 2026

Holding more control and flexibility over your investment decisions is undoubtedly one of the key benefits of running a self-managed super fund (SMSF) over a traditional APRA-regulated fund. However, the benefits continue beyond there.


The flexibility of SMSFs extends to the type of investments that you can choose from. One of the most prominent and popular investment types that SMSF members are interested in is investment properties. These investment types come with their own strict rules, associated costs, and methods of management. So, it's crucial to understand the requirements around SMSF property investment to determine whether it is an in-house asset you are interested in.

Fortunately, we cover what you need to know about buying property with an SMSF, including how to follow the government rules and make the most of your investments.

SMSF Investment Property Rules

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