SMSFs and LRBAs: Buying Property with Borrowing
Learn how SMSF trustees can lawfully use LRBAs to buy property.
This webinar explains how a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) may acquire an asset using a limited recourse borrowing arrangement (LRBA).
A Live Instructor Led Webinar
This webinar explains how a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) may acquire an asset using a limited recourse borrowing arrangement (LRBA). We’ll step through the statutory framework that permits borrowing within an SMSF, the trustee obligations when establishing and operating an LRBA, trust structure and documentation considerations, and the practical steps to ensure the acquisition complies with the SIS Act and related regulations.
We’ll also examine the recent change restricting LRBA acquisitions of real property to land that meets the definition of ‘business real property’ in s.66(5) of the SIS Act. The session will unpack what qualifies as business real property, consider common fact patterns and borderline cases, and highlight compliance risks and practical steps for trustees and advisers.
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AU $160 + GST per person
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AU $480 + GST (up to 10)
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Date & Details
Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Time
2:00pm - 3:15pm AEDT
*Office Registrations. Maximum 10 participants per firm (must have same email domain). The PD points for all attendees will be recognised and links will be provided to all attendees.
What we cover
On completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the legal framework and trustee obligations for using an LRBA.
- Identify when real property qualifies as ‘business real property’ under s.66(5).
- Recognise common compliance risks and how to mitigate them in LRBA transactions.
- Apply practical steps and documentation best practice for LRBA purchases.
What's included?
- 1 x 1.25 hour (est.) webinar
- 3 month access to webinar recording
- Webinar materials
Our presenter
Anthony Cullen
Anthony is a new member of the Accurium education team and comes to us with nearly 25 years of experience in the accounting and SMSF industry.
He has previously held senior roles managing the SMSF division of a small accounting practice and providing SMSF technical support within a large SMSF administration business.
Over the years, Anthony’s roles have evolved from the accounting function of SMSFs to keeping on top of the ever changing technical and compliance nature of this specialised area.
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