Case study:
A dairy farm purchased for $3.6 million

From the tax depreciation schedule, he finds out he can claim a huge $345,300 in depreciation deductions in the first financial year alone and a massive $1,575,000 in the first five cumulative years.

Some of the biggest depreciation deductions he can claim in the first full financial year belong to the following assets:

  • $41,200 for cattle laneways
  • $40,500 for water dams
  • $38,400 for sheds
  • $29,000 for fences
  • $25,500 for dairy milking sheds
  • $23,400 for dairy yards
  • $17,000 for generators
  • $15,000 for milking systems

This is just a selection of assets found within the property, so is not an exhaustive list.

The table below shows the difference depreciation can make to Joe’s scenario.

Depreciation claimable Tax savings (30%)
First financial year $345,300 $103,590
First 5 cumulative years $1,575,000 $472,500
Total $2,070,200 $621,060

Simply by claiming depreciation, Joe improved his after-tax cash position by an additional $621,060

Assumptions and disclaimer

Case studies and figures are based upon tax depreciation schedules completed by BMT Tax Depreciation and do not represent any particular person or investment property scenario. The information provided is a general guide and does not constitute financial, legal or taxation advice. All figures are supplied as examples and may not represent your personal circumstances.

You acknowledge and agree you must undertake your own analysis and obtain independent legal, financial and taxation advice before using, relying or acting on any information supplied on this website.

Neither BMT Tax Depreciation, nor its Directors, Shareholders or Advisors make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of information found in these typical examples. Nor will they have any liability to you or any other party for any representations (expressed or implied) contained in, or any omissions from, that information.

The tax depreciation deductions in this case study have been calculated based on the diminishing value method of depreciation and are based upon a first full year of ownership.

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Assumptions and disclaimer

Case studies and figures are based upon tax depreciation schedules completed by BMT Tax Depreciation and do not represent any particular person or investment property scenario. The information provided is a general guide and does not constitute financial, legal or taxation advice. All figures are supplied as examples and may not represent your personal circumstances.

You acknowledge and agree you must undertake your own analysis and obtain independent legal, financial and taxation advice before using, relying or acting on any information supplied on this website.

Neither BMT Tax Depreciation, nor its Directors, Shareholders or Advisors make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of information found in these typical examples. Nor will they have any liability to you or any other party for any representations (expressed or implied) contained in, or any omissions from, that information.

The tax depreciation deductions in this case study have been calculated based on the diminishing value method of depreciation and are based upon a first full year of ownership.

Find out how much you could be claiming each year

Estimate your likely deductions using the free BMT Tax Depreciation Calculator today. Alternatively complete this form and one of our staff members will be in contact to provide a customised tax depreciation estimate for your property.
As you can see, property depreciation can make a significant difference to a property investor’s cash flow each financial year.
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How do I organise a schedule?

Engaging BMT Tax Depreciation to complete a tax depreciation schedule for your investment property couldn’t be easier:
  • 1

    Get a Quote Request a quote for your tax depreciation schedule.

  • 2

    Property details We’ll collect property details, then contact your Property Manager or Tenant to arrange access to complete a property inspection.

  • 3

    Claim deductions Your customised depreciation schedule is delivered to you and your nominated accountant.

Find out how much you could be claiming each year

Estimate your likely deductions using the free BMT Tax Depreciation Calculator today. Alternatively complete this form and one of our staff members will be in contact to provide a customised tax depreciation estimate for your property.
As you can see, property depreciation can make a significant difference to a property investor’s cash flow each financial year.
Complete Form

How do I organise a schedule?

Engaging BMT Tax Depreciation to complete a tax depreciation schedule for your investment property couldn’t be easier:
Get a Quote

Request a quote for your tax depreciation schedule.
Property details

We’ll collect property details, then contact your Property Manager or Tenant to arrange access to complete a property inspection.

Claim deductions

Your customised depreciation schedule is delivered to you and your nominated accountant.