Buying property using SMSF
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Looking to buy an investment using a self managed super fund?
Using a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) for real estate investment is quite common and for good reason. Investing in property is relatively low risk compared to other investment options. Property investment can provide you with a plethora of benefits such as reduced capital gains tax, negative gearing, and increased purchasing power.
An SMSF loan lets you use your SMSF to buy an investment property through a loan. Your superannuation contributions will go towards paying for the investment property loan. With an SMSF, the expenses for the property investment will be paid for by the fund. No need for any out-of-pocket expenses.
Since you’ll be tapping into your SMSF, you won’t have immediate access to any rental income or capital gains. The profit you get from properties you buy through an SMSF loan can be reinvested or accessed only when you retire.
Our SMSF Loans
SMSF Loan | Interest Rate | Comparison Rate | Monthly Repayment | Product Features | Details |
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SMSF Residential 70Investor • Principal & Interest • Up to 70% LVRMost Popular
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6.49% p.a. | 6.51% p.a. | $3,157 |
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SMSF Residential 80Investor • Principal & Interest • Up to 80% LVR |
6.99% p.a. | 7.01% p.a. | $3,323 |
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SMSF Residential 80 (Fixed 2 Years)Investor • Principal & Interest • Up to 80% LVR |
6.59% p.a. | 6.93% p.a. | $3,190 |
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SMSF Residential 80 (Fixed 3 Years)Investor • Principal & Interest • Up to 80% LVR |
6.64% p.a. | 6.91% p.a. | $3,207 |
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SMSF Residential 80 (Fixed 5 Years)Investor • Principal & Interest • Up to 80% LVR |
6.99% p.a. | 7.01% p.a. | $3,323 |
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Why choose a self managed super fund loan?
Zero monthly fees
Saving on fees also means more money towards your SMSF goals.
One central hub
Access your SMSF loan via our easy-to-use online app Smart Money.
Unlimited repayments**
Pay off your SMSF loan sooners with unlimited extra repayments.
A win for you.
No application and settlement fee. No monthly or ongoing fees.
SMSF loan eligibility
Guide to buying a investment property through your SMSF
If you’re thinking about leveraging your SMSF to invest in property, applying for low-rate loan is real easy.
The returns on the investment, which can either be your capital gains or rental payments, are funnelled back into the superannuation fund for your retirement.
Real-life customer stories



Clayton
Meet Clayton, an industrial chemist, and father of two who borrowed to buy an investment property through his SMSF fund.
I run my own super fund and I was looking to buy an apartment through the super fund as an investment but one that I could also see myself moving into 30 years down the track when I retire.
I searched the internet and I found that loans.com.au do self-managed super fund lending and your interest rate was unbeatable. I made a phone call and I got the pre-approval for a loan over the phone in less than an hour.

Peta
Meet Peta, an awesome customer of ours who came to us when she wanted to refinance an investment property held by her Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF)
I run my own conveyancing business in Sydney called the Property Xchange and my husband also works in real estate. We are experienced property investors.
The team was very, very good. Even the loan approval process and the communication were great the whole way through and I felt like it ran very smoothly. Looking back, refinancing was a big saving for us.
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Simply fill out your loan application online by entering some of your details, or chat to one of our friendly lending specialists over the phone and they can complete your application for you.
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You will then have a phone appointment with one of our lending specialists to finalise your application, and help you progress through the loan approval process through to settlement as quickly as possible.
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Fast track your loan with onTrack
- Gain 24/7 control of your application
- Get alerts straight to your phone
- Easy to download mobile app
Access at your fingertip
You now have access and complete clarity of your loan application on-the-go with onTrack mobile.
The easy to use mobile app will keep you up-to-date with the progress of your loan anytime, anywhere with alerts straight to your phone. It's now even easier to get your loan approved and settled fast, no matter where you are.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, loans.com.au can help you with all your SMSF home loan needs, including both the purchase of a new property, and the refinance of your existing SMSF loan.
A Self-Managed Super Fund is a private superannuation fund that allows you to manage your own superannuation investments for your retirement. Not everyone can set up their own super, so understanding the basics is crucial before getting started. We always suggest you speak to your accountant or financial advisor for any questions on setting up your SMSF.
We accept both residential and commercial investment properties.
You’ll have a phone appointment with one of our lending specialists to organise pre-approval of your loan. Check the onTrack app to receive your final approval, mortgage documents and loan agreement. You must sign these and return them in to onTrack, which authorises us to deal directly with your existing lender. From this point, you no longer need to pay your previous lender. We pay the loan out by estimating payout costs based on current balance, rate and repayments. Your loan will settle and you'll enjoy new low rates!
There are some restrictions when it comes to any property bought with a SMSF loan, namely that you can't construct a new home, nor can you live in the home at any stage until you reach retirement. We recommend for any questions on this you speak to your accountant or financial advisor.
Some documents you’ll need to refinance include:
- Your recent Super Fund Statement/s evidencing contributions, cash, investments, rental
- Evidence of rental income
- Previous independent legal advice
- 6 months statement of the loan being refinanced
- Certified copies of SMSF Trust Deed and Property Trust Deed
For a full list of documents required, apply now or chat to one of our lending specialists on Live Chat or 1300 567 529.
You can get your dream home at a great low home loan rate because of our online model. We don't have to pay for branches or broker commissions, which means we are able to pass our savings directly on to you through low home loan rates and and no ongoing, annual or monthly fees.
At loans.com.au, the only fee you’ll pay to refinance is a one-off security assessment fee, which for a standard property in a metropolitan area in a major city starts at $230 for properties valued up to $1 million. If you are making a purchase, there will also be a $490 legal fee applicable.
Many other lenders may charge an application fee, exit fees, annual fees, and discharge fees, so it’s important to do your research before making your decision.
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loans.com.au is a proudly Australian, award-winning online lender based in Brisbane. Since we were founded in 2011, we have grown to become an industry leader with thousands of happy customers in every state and territory. We are powered by the strength of Firstmac, Australia’s leading non-bank lender.

Konnie
Lending Specialist
Talk with a real person about our SMSF loans.
As an experienced lending specialist, Konnie and our team can answer all your questions to get you on track.