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SMSF Lending

SMSF lending sits inside a limited recourse borrowing arrangement (LRBA), which has strict rules and a smaller lender panel than standard residential or investment lending. We coordinate with your accountant, financial adviser, and SMSF auditor to make sure the structure is right before you commit to a property.

We work with your accountant and adviser so the loan structure, the trustee setup, and the lender's requirements all line up before you commit to a property.

Who this is for

  • • SMSF trustees buying their first residential investment inside super
  • • Business owners purchasing commercial premises through their SMSF
  • • Trustees refinancing existing SMSF loans to better rates or terms
  • • SMSFs with established balances ready to deploy into property
  • • Trustees needing to coordinate with an existing accountant and adviser

Settlement and finance dates

Include any contract, settlement or finance date in your enquiry. We say what is realistic and what we need first.

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Common lending obstacles

Smaller lender panel and higher pricing than standard investment loans
Minimum liquidity rules (often 10-20% of super balance left in cash post-purchase)
Bare trust setup needing to be in place before contract signing
Rental income shading and SMSF-specific serviceability calculators
Compliance overlap with your auditor, accountant, and financial adviser
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How we work

Step 1

Structure and eligibility check

We confirm your SMSF deed allows borrowing, model trustee personal guarantees, and confirm liquidity sits within lender comfort.

Step 2

Bare trust coordination

We coordinate the bare trust setup with your accountant or SMSF specialist so the property is held correctly under the LRBA.

Step 3

Lender shortlist for SMSF

Few lenders write SMSF loans. We shortlist by residential vs commercial, asset type, and serviceability so you know your options.

Step 4

Settlement with adviser sign-off

We coordinate with your financial adviser, accountant, and auditor so the loan settles cleanly and the SMSF stays compliant.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you provide personal financial advice?

No. We provide lending guidance and coordinate with your licensed financial adviser and accountant. SMSF property decisions need a licensed adviser.

Is SMSF lending more complex than a standard investment loan?

Yes. Policy is tighter, deposits are larger (typically 20-30%), the lender pool is smaller, and the bare trust must be set up before contract. Upfront structuring matters.

Can the SMSF buy a commercial property I use for my business?

Yes, business real property is one of the few assets a member or related party can lease from their own SMSF, at arm's length market rent.

How much can my SMSF borrow?

Lenders typically allow up to 70-80% LVR for residential and 65-75% for commercial, subject to fund serviceability and remaining liquidity.

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In most cases the lender pays us a commission when your loan settles. We do not charge you a fee for our standard broking service. You have the right to ask us for details of commissions or other benefits we may receive, and we will give you that information in writing before you proceed.

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Disclaimer: This information is general and does not take your personal circumstances into account.

Chorus Finance Pty Ltd | ACN: 641 810 755 | ABN: 42 641 810 755 | Credit representative of AFG's ACL 389087 | ASIC Authorised Credit Representative Number Company - 527416

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Chorus Finance acts as a credit representative and provides credit assistance. Finance approval is subject to lender criteria, serviceability, and verification of your information. All examples are illustrative only and may not reflect current lender policy.

Before acting, consider whether the product is suitable for your objectives and financial situation and review all lender terms.

*For complex or high-risk files we may charge a fee. If so, we provide a credit quote in writing before any credit assistance, in line with the National Consumer Credit Protection Act.