Usage of funds 'debt recycled'

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  1. Jmillar

    Jmillar Well-Known Member

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    Hi all,

    I've never debt recycled before, and want to ensure I'm on the right track here.

    I'm planning on splitting my $950k PPOR loan into $750k and $200k this week. In 3 weeks I'll have enough in my offset and will pay down the full $200k in one go. (My understanding is it needs to be paid down in one go)

    I'll then use that $200k for a combination of:
    - Renovations of an IP owned in personal name (once renovated I'll sell the IP and use the funds to pay down more PPOR debt and debt recycle again)
    - Loan to Trust #2 to purchase shares
    - Loan to Trust #1 to purchase property

    The $200k will be drawn down progressively over a period of time.

    Given the above 3 uses are for investment purposes in different entities, I don't have any issues, right? My Accountant will just need to figure out what portion of the interest is claimed by each entity I'm guessing.

    Thanks
     
  2. Terry_w

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

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    It doesn't need to be paid down in one go, but might as well do it in one go.
    You would have a mixed loan if you used the one split for 3 purposes, so would need to apportion.

    You would also need to enter into a written loan agreement with the trustee to be able to claim the interest
     
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  3. Jmillar

    Jmillar Well-Known Member

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    Thanks Terry
     
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  4. Paul@PAS

    Paul@PAS Tax, Accounting + SMSF + All things Property Tax Business Plus Member

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    What will the accountant need to know and charge to determine each purpose and the % ?

    Its tax advice and legal advice. Neither can advise without the other.