Airbnb rentals in my SMSF propertyBY CHRISTOPHER OVERTON | VOLUME 19, ISSUE 1It is also important to consider if the SMSF Airbnb activities constitute a business and if so, check the trust deed to ensure it is allowed to carry on a business. Purchasing a property by my SMSF for Airbnb rental purposes Airbnb property may be regarded as business real property under certain circumstances. When the property is used in this way by a member it can be purchased from a member and used by a SMSF to undertake rental activities using an Airbnb platform. Given the complexity of the superannuation legislation, and severe outcome if the SMSF trustee gets it wrong, it is always precautionary to obtain an Australian Taxation Office (ATO) private ruling to ensure the member is carrying on a business to avoid legal and compliance issues. Of course, the SMSF must also consider other compliance issues such as:
An SMSF trustee is prohibited from acquiring residential property from a member or related party. The one exception being residential property which is business real property as defined by the superannuation legislation. Business real property includes land and buildings used wholly and exclusively in one or more businesses. Get articles like this delivered to your email - Sign up for the free weekly newsletter ![]() More Articles |
Latest News
Link Wealth acquires boutique advice firm
AIOFP, FAAA encouraged by first meeting with Mulino
Aged care reforms pushed to November
Retirement confidence highest since 2020: SSGA
Cover Story

Moving mountains
FOUNDER AND FINANCIAL ADVISER
MAZI WEALTH