Buy IP for parents to be tenants.

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  1. bushy_71

    bushy_71 New Member

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    Hi All

    I am buying my second property for my elderly parents.
    They are going to rent this new property at a discounted rent rate.
    They are not going to sell their current house as this is a big decision for them and they need to time to sort out all their belongings.

    Furthermore, I am going to live in their current house rent free until they sell their house or rent it . It was either that or I charge them full rent and I pay them rent. I decided just to reduce the amount to be paid.

    Will this arrangement affect their pension?

    Will I be able to negative gear this property?

    Thanks in advance for any help.

    Bushy
     
  2. GregReid

    GregReid Well-Known Member

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    I suggest you talk to a local FIS Officer from Centrelink, they will be better able to give you information on what affect it will have on your parents pension.

    In general, there are two tests, income and assets tests for pensions and as expected it is the lower level that will prevail.
    Their own home is exempt from the assets test while they live in it, but if rented out, it becomes a financial asset and rent will be included for the income test. Conversely they may be entitled to rent assistance if they are then renting.

    You can research this information on the Centrelink site to get an estimate but it will depend on other financial assets they hold.

    As to negative gearing for yourself, if the costs to hold including interest are greater than the rent received, then it will be negatively geared. I would be careful it is not too far from market rent however and that the key purpose is not to obtain a tax advantage.
    Greg
     
  3. Terry_w

    Terry_w Lawyer, Tax Adviser and Mortgage broker in Sydney Business Member

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    Yes, it will likely effect their pensions, but this will depend on a lot a few things as Greg has outlined.

    You won't be able to fully claim deductions if you are not charging market rents. You should see an accountant.

    Consider charging market rents and then making a gift to your parents every now and then.
     
  4. bushy_71

    bushy_71 New Member

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    Thanks for the advice.
     
  5. Pete Ramoza

    Pete Ramoza Active Member

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    Some great advice as usual. I'd definitely speak to an accountant and/or lawyer just to make sure it's all kosher.
     

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