Rental Tax AU

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Depreciation Impact Example

This scenario highlights how non-cash depreciation claims can improve tax outcomes while leaving pre-tax cashflow unchanged.

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Scenario Inputs

Purchase Price

$840,000.00

LVR

80.00%

Interest Rate

6.10%

Annual Rent

$39,000.00

Annual Expenses

$7,400.00

Annual Depreciation

$8,000.00

Marginal Tax Rate

37.00%

Loan Type

Interest Only

Results

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What This Means

What this scenario shows

Higher depreciation reduces taxable income, which can increase refund estimates in negatively geared setups.

Practical use

Use this as a planning baseline before obtaining a quantity surveyor report and adviser review.

FAQ

Does depreciation affect pre-tax cashflow?

No. Depreciation is non-cash, so it impacts taxable income rather than cash movement.

Can I set depreciation to zero?

Yes. The default calculator allows direct control of depreciation input.