How changes to self-managed super funds are driving new property fears
Australia's housing industry demanded a review of government restrictions on self-managed super fund borrowing for property, warning 67 percent of 3,613 signed construction contracts will be abandoned. The Housing Industry Association estimates 2,415 homes will be ditched, costing state governments $450 million in tax revenue. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said SMSFs represent less than 1 percent of residential property borrowing.
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Published 19 Jul 2026, 12:30 UTC · Updated 19 Jul 2026, 12:40 UTC
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