SMSF Property vs Super Fund | Retirement Comparison | Más Que Finance
$4.8M
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How does a leveraged property compare to super invested?

Enter your details below and see a year-by-year projection of where you could end up, property inside your SMSF versus leaving it all in an industry fund. Illustrative only. Always speak to a licensed adviser before acting.

$450k invested in property today could become
$0
in 35 years at 6% growth  ·  $0 in today's dollars
This already happened, Sydney house prices over 36 years
1990
$185k
Median price
'91 Recession · .com Crash · SARS · GFC · EU Debt Crisis · Banking RC · COVID · Rate Rises
≈ 5.6% p.a. average →
2026
$1.4M
Median price
The calculator defaults to 6%, real history averaged 5.6% through every crisis. The model isn’t cherry-picking.
⏳ Contract must be exchanged by 10 August 2026, after that, this strategy is gone
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Net assets over time

Projected year-by-year net asset position, SMSF property strategy vs industry fund

SMSF property strategy
Industry super fund

    Important, General Information Only. This calculator is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. It has been prepared without taking into account your personal objectives, financial situation, or needs. Results are projections based on the assumptions entered and are not guaranteed. Property values, rental income, and investment returns can fall as well as rise. SMSF structures involve significant complexity and compliance obligations. Before making any decision regarding your superannuation or property strategy, you should obtain advice from a licensed financial adviser, registered tax agent, and qualified accountant.

    Más Que Finance Pty Ltd (ABN: 14 685 024 588) is an authorised credit representative. This calculator relates to lending and general property strategy concepts only and does not constitute financial product advice.

    The process

    From strategy call to contract in weeks

    We've done this multiple times already. Here's exactly how it works.

    1

    Free strategy call

    30 minutes. We assess your super balance, income, and goals and tell you straight whether this makes sense for your situation.

    2

    SMSF setup and pre-approval

    We coordinate with your accountant, set up the fund structure, and move fast on lender pre-approval, typically 1-2 weeks.

    3

    Find a property and exchange

    With pre-approval in hand, we work with you to identify the right property and get contracts exchanged before 10 August.

    Honest assessment

    This isn't for everyone, here's who it actually suits

    Good fit
    • Combined super balance of $150k or more
    • Stable combined income (SGC covers most of the repayment)
    • Time horizon of 5+ years before retirement
    • Comfortable with property as a long-term hold
    • Already working with an accountant or open to one
    Worth discussing carefully
    • Super balance under $100k, the deposit won't stretch far enough
    • Retiring in under 5 years, sequencing and liquidity risk increase significantly
    • Income is inconsistent or contract-based without certainty
    • Already drawing down from super
    • Not willing to take on the SMSF compliance obligations

    What clients say

    Real families. Real results.

    ★★★★★

    "From the moment I spoke to Anthony at Mas Que Finance, he was nothing but helpful in every way. It was my first time arranging a mortgage with my super, he was always so helpful and willing to give advice. If I could give him 10 stars I would."

    JL
    Julie Lam
    Google Review
    ★★★★★

    "Anthony is the most competent mortgage broker I've ever dealt with. His knowledge on releasing equity, trusts and all things investing is second to none. Tailored a lending strategy to suit my specific needs. Highly recommended."

    DR
    Dieter Roose
    Google Review
    ★★★★★

    "I rarely post reviews but Anthony absolutely deserves this one. If Google let me give him 10 stars, I would! He works so quickly and you can tell he not only is knowledgeable, he loves what he does!"

    BR
    Brooke Roose
    Google Review
    ★★★★★

    "Anthony helped us consolidate our debt and the results were genuinely life-changing, we saved $140,000 and cut six years off our loan term."

    DG
    Daniel Gibson
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    ★★★★★

    "Anthony has been looking after my finances for several years. Very reliable and someone who thinks about what is best for you and your family, not necessarily about his own best interest. If you want someone you can trust, Anthony is your man."

    SB
    Scott Bayliss
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    ★★★★★

    "Easy to deal with and expert advice. The breakdown of options was exactly what we needed to make the best, informed decision for our family."

    AH
    Andrew Humphries
    Google Review
    For younger clients

    The stepping stone strategy

    Once your residential property doubles, sell it and step up into commercial. Commercial SMSF lending isn't affected by the August ban, and in pension phase, the rental income is tax-free. This is where the real wealth is built.

    🏠
    Buy residential now
    📈
    Property doubles
    🏢
    Sell and buy commercial
    Tax-free income in retirement

    Commercial stepping stone calculator

    Uses your details from the comparison above. Pulls from Calculator 1, run that first.

    Choose your commercial strategy:

    Strategy A: Use sale proceeds as a 30% deposit. Borrow the rest at 7.59% P&I over 25 years. Buy a larger commercial property and maximise the income-producing asset.

    Want to know if this works for your situation?

    Book a free 30-minute call. We'll run the actual numbers with you and tell you straight whether it makes sense.

    Book your free strategy call →

    Or call 0402 318 667  |  anthony@masquefinance.com.au

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