Hello Bill. Welcome to the forums.
The $200,000 minimum super requirement is a helpful guide as to the amount required to set up a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF). It is taking into account the cost of setting up and operating a SMSF and the investment returns. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has estimated operating expenses ratio on SMSFs is 0.50%.
The truth is there isn’t any minimum balance requirement but it’s highly not advised to set up an SMSF with funds below $200,000. Some experts even suggest a minimum balance of $300,000 or more.
From a strictly lending (home loans) perspective, the minimum balance required is $150,000 with a few of our lenders. Although, some lenders have a higher min balance requirement between $200,000 and $800,000.
It should be noted that all major banks pulled out of SMSF lending however, there are a range of non-bank lenders and specialist lenders still offering SMSF loans at competitive interest rates. And that’s who we’re working with.
We strongly recommend seeking financial and legal advice prior to setting up your own SMSF.
We specialise in SMSF loans.
Speak with one of our specialist mortgage brokers by giving us a call on 1300 889 743 or fill in our free assessment form to find out if you qualify for a SMSF loan.
Cheers,
How much super do you need to set up an SMSF?
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Re: How much super do you need to set up an SMSF?
Hi Bill,
Here’s a breakdown of funds required and all the costs involved when purchasing a $700,000 property within your SMSF:
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Cheers,
Here’s a breakdown of funds required and all the costs involved when purchasing a $700,000 property within your SMSF:
- Deposit (30%): $210,000 (Most lenders will limit the LVR to 70% for newly established SMSFs)
- Loan amount: $568,000
- Gov costs/ Stamp duty: $35,500 (estimated costs of 5% of the purchase price, discounts may apply for off the plan purchases)
- SMSF set up costs: $6,050
- Loan costs: $9,900
- Liquidity buffer: $42,000 (This buffer allows for 18 months worth of interest coverage at an interest rate of 5% p.a.)
We strongly recommend seeking financial and legal advice so other costs for Financial Planning/ Statement of Advice may apply.
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Re: How much super do you need to set up an SMSF?
Hi Bill,
The servicing for a SMSF loan of a newly established SMSF is calculated using:
Alternatively, you can use our SMSF borrowing power calculator to work it out.
Give us a call on 1300 889 743 or fill in our free assessment form to compare SMSF loans.
The servicing for a SMSF loan of a newly established SMSF is calculated using:
- Proposed rental income: Lenders will typically only use 80% of the rental income to account for property repairs, maintenance and fees.
- Regular super contributions
- Other super fund income
Alternatively, you can use our SMSF borrowing power calculator to work it out.
Give us a call on 1300 889 743 or fill in our free assessment form to compare SMSF loans.