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Property development in an SMSF: Recent ATO guidance

Property development in an SMSF: Recent ATO guidance

In this newsletter we include the fourth and final article in the SMSFs and Property series where we look at recent Australian Taxation Office (ATO) guidance on property development within an SMSF.

Introduction

There has been a considerable increase in property development activity by self-managed super funds over the last few years, prompting the ATO (the regulator of SMSFs) to take a closer look.

About the author

Garth McNally

Garth has worked in the Australian Superannuation industry for over 20 years with a specific focus on self-managed super funds. He provides ongoing support and training to individuals as well as to professionals working in the superannuation area, including advisers, accountants and lawyers. He is a regular contributor to industry publications and to the leading professional bodies including Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ).

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