Buying An Investment Property? The Best Ownership Structure for You | Expert Talk with Cameron Smith

Want to buy an investment property but not sure whether to purchase under a company, trust, SMSF, or your own name? This episode of the Talk Property to Me podcast with Brad East and Casey Taylor explores the key differences, pros, and cons of different ownership structures for investment properties including individual, company, trust, and self-managed super funds (SMSF). Our special guest Cameron Smith, from Waterford Accountants and Financial Services, provides expert insights for optimal ownership structures. Listen to this week's episode and discover the best way to structure your investment property purchase for maximum returns. Ready to explore the best structure for your next investment? Join our exclusive Facebook group for ongoing support and expert advice on Australian finance and real estate. → https://www.facebook.com/groups/talkpropertytome  EPISODE IN A GLANCE  00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Individual Ownership: Tax benefits and building personal wealth 03:05 - Property Unit Trusts: Suitable for multiple investors 06:33 - Company Ownership: Asset Protection and company tax rates 07:13 - Trust Ownership: Income distribution flexibility 09:25 - SMSF Ownership: Control over investments, potential to leverage 12:55 - SMSF Considerations: Restrictions on living in or renting to relatives 16:54 - Avoiding Property Investment Scams: Beware of one-stop-shops and unregulated advice ABOUT THE HOSTS BRAD EAST Brad East is the Managing Director of Wisebuy Home Loans. Brad is an award-winning mortgage broker and has helped thousands of clients gain finance to purchase properties. Wisebuy Home Loans is the go-to mortgage brokerage for clients wanting out-of-the-box applications approved. Website → https://wisebuygroup.com.au  LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/newcastlemortgagebroker/  Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bradeast_mortgagebroker/  Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/bradeastofficial  CASEY TAYLOR Casey Taylor is the Managing Director of Taylored Property Wealth who specializes in helping clients purchase high-performing investment properties. Casey has a huge amount of knowledge when it comes to property investment and will be sharing this with the listeners. Website → https://tayloredpropertywealth.com.au  LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/wealth-property-buyersagent-investment-financialfreedom/  Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/casey.taylor_tpw_buyersagent/  Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/tayloredpropertywealth