See roughly what your investment property could return in Division 43 capital works and Division 40 plant & equipment deductions over the next five years. Built on the same cost and effective-life principles our Quantity Surveyors use.
Your first five years of ownership
Fill in your property details, then select Get my results to see your Year 1 and five-year deductions.
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Important: Nothing in these results is tax advice. All figures are indicative only and subject to change. Please consult your accountant or tax adviser before relying on them or making any claim.
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We estimate what your property cost to build, based on its type, size, finishes, location and the year it was completed.
The structure and fixed parts of the building, such as walls, roofing, kitchens and bathrooms. Generally claimable over 40 years, including qualifying renovations.
Removable and mechanical items such as appliances, carpets, blinds and air conditioning. Limits apply to existing items in established residential properties.
Results are shown as a range and assume a full year of ownership. Your actual deductions come from an inspection and a full schedule by a registered Quantity Surveyor.
This calculator gives an indicative estimate only and must not be used to claim deductions in a tax return. The ATO requires depreciation of construction costs to be supported by a qualified Quantity Surveyor's report. Figures depend on the information entered and on general assumptions about construction costs and asset mix; actual deductions vary. Tax savings use 2026-27 Australian resident marginal rates and exclude the Medicare levy and offsets. This is general information, not tax advice; speak with your accountant about your circumstances. © TDA Tax Depreciation, Tax Depreciation Australia Pty Ltd, ABN 47 665 189 462.
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