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    Need to pay LMI on PPOR to buy our new IP. I will be separating the debt. into 3 loans.

    1. PPOR (as amount we currently owe before new purchase) (P&I)

    2. Equity used on PPOR to buy IP (interest only)

    2. Remainder for IP (interest only)

    The LMI for PPOR will go onto loan 2. Can I claim this on tax still does anyone know??

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    Sorry your acronyms are confusing me, I think you’re referring to your Principal Place of Residence (PPOR)?

    I’m no tax expert, but I believe that since the expense will be incurred for the purpose of obtaining an income producing rental property, then yes, you would be able to claim it as a deduction over 5 years.

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    oops. Yes you are right. I was referring to PPOR. Trying to fit in and got it all wrong ;)  Thanks for your advice Rick

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    You’re doing fine, you seem to have a good understanding of the finance structure :)

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    Depends on the set up. I would suggest you get some tax advice before doing this.

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    Hi Saz

    I'm no accountant but I'd assume you'd be able to claim some LMI given the purpose.

    Do you have a decent accountant that you can put this question to?

    Cheers

    Jamie

    Jamie Moore | Pass Go Home Loans Pty Ltd
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    A decent accountant is now on my TO DO LIST :)

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    Hi Saz,

    I am also no accountant but from my experience, if the LMI is a result of purchasing an IP then it is tax claimable split over a period of 5years. LMI's are considered to be a "loan" in a sense so the repayments are tax claimable. I'd still advise you to see an accountant and double check this.

    Cheers,

    Dao

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    It all depends on the circumstances. Borrowing costs are generally deductible over 5 years but if the LMI is incurred on a PPOR secured loan which is increased to access the equity for possible future purchases then it possibly won't be deductible.

    Terryw | Structuring Lawyers Pty Ltd / Loan Structuring Pty Ltd
    http://www.Structuring.com.au
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    Hi Saz

    Which city are you in? You might be able to get some recommendations for a decent accountant here. That's not to say that you need to be in the same location as your accountant though – if you're comfortable with phone/email you can choose your accountant from anywhere.

    Cheers

    Jamie

    Jamie Moore | Pass Go Home Loans Pty Ltd
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    On the Gold Coast. Thanks Jamie :)

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    Saz,

    I have a good accountant that I use who is based in Robina if you'd like her details. She is also a property investor. PM me if you'd like her details and I'll pass it onto you.

    Cheers,

    Dao

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