Are property syndicates likely to be considered “tax minimisation schemes” by the Australian Tax Office?
No. Unlisted property trusts syndicates are not “tax minimisation schemes”. Property as an asset class enjoys some beneficial tax sheltering of the income generated. However, this is not unique to unlisted property trusts and syndicates, or even the property industry in general. back to top • Are the fees charged by property trust managers higher than those charged by LPTs? The fees charged by unlisted property trust managers are in line with those charged by managers of LPTs. As with any product there is a range of fees charged by managers, and some will be higher or lower than the industry average. Market forces work for investors to keep the fees at comparable and reasonable levels. The fee structure should be made clear in the prospectus so you can decide whether it is a fair amount in exchange for delivering the performance (actual or promised) you require from the investment. back to top • Can inexperienced people, or those with dubious credentials, become property trust managers
