Superannuation is the leading source of retirement income for many retirees, who also consider housing as central to financial security.

The FPA has questioned how the government’s super for home purchases election promise will interact with the superannuation system.

SMSFs can combine to create a six-member fund, but the process will be dependent on underlying property holdings.

An SMSF running a property development in all reality is unlikely to be in breach of the sole purpose test, according to specialist lawyer.