A 10-Year-Old House Purchased for $397,000
The Numbers: Melanie’s Investment Property
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While Melanie wasn’t able to claim deductions for the depreciation on the property’s existing plant and equipment (Division 40 assets), she was able to claim depreciation on the property’s capital works (Division 43) deductions.
Without Depreciation vs With Depreciation Services
The following cost breakdown shows Melanie’s cash position with and without depreciation in her first year of owning the property.
According to her Duo Tax depreciation schedule, Melanie could claim $5,200 depreciation in her first year of using the property as an investment.
Melanie’s numbers without a depreciation claim
Melanie’s numbers with a depreciation claim of $5,200
Without depreciation, Melanie had to pay $9 out of her own pocket each week. However, by taking advantage of the Australian Tax Office’s tax breaks and making a depreciation claim, Melanie started generating $28 per week.
This means that Duo Tax was able to save Melanie a total of $1,924 in her first year of turning her property into an investment.
The great thing about her depreciation schedule is that it’s valid for up to 40 years! So, Melanie can continue saving money each year, as long as she continues to own the property.
Here’s How Much You Could Be Claiming
However, if you’re still feeling unsure about committing to ordering a depreciation schedule, we have designed a tax depreciation calculator to help you estimate what you could potentially claim on tax depreciation.
This is an accounting tool designed to help estimate and calculate the declining value of capital works and plant and equipment assets and relies on accurate figures to present accurate estimations.
Obtain your tax depreciation schedule in 3 easy steps.
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