Friday, May 28, 2010

SMSFs spur property investment

Australians are increasingly using self managed super funds (SMSF) to invest in property rather than shares.

According to accountancy firm Chan & Naylor, 'increasing awareness of the potential of SMSFs to borrow and invest is creating new demand for residential property. It seems Australians feel comfortable with property as an investment class,' said CEO Sal Carrero.

Since the GFC, many Australians are questioning whether they could invest their own money better than what their super fund was doing, and this is one of the reasons why SMSFs are growing in popularity.

Furthermore, SMSFs are no longer just reserved for the wealthy, with a minimum of $150,000 super savings enough to set up your own self managed super fund.

If you are interested in setting up your own self managed super fund, need assistance with a SMSF investment strategy or would like more information, speak to one of our experienced financial planners first on 1300 55 10 45 or email info@intellichoice.com.au. Intellichoice also has experienced mortgage brokers to assist with a SMSF home loan if you are looking at buying property through your diy super fund.