Your Complete Depreciation Checklist for Commercial Property
AS TAX TIME APPROACHES, you need to understand the depreciation allowances available to owners and tenants of commercial property.
There are many rules which apply and the difference in depreciation found can vary depending on the industry, assets and property.
By becoming more aware of commercial depreciation, property owners (and tenants) can make more informed financial decisions and improve their cash flow and their “bottom line”.
Essential Info
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How Quickly Can Australia’s Economy Recover?
SEVERAL CLIENTS have been asking about how long until things start to get back to “normal”. And what changes investors need to watch for, after we emerged from lockdown.
In times of economic uncertainty, you should focus on the underlying fundamentals driving demand and investment. And these still remain strong.
In my view, you should see a stronger than expected recovery – provided various states don’t unnecessarily delay the steps needed to restart the economy.
Understanding the Basics of Commercial Property Depreciation?
EVERY COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INVESTOR can reduce their tax liabilities by claiming depreciation.
When claimed correctly, depreciation deductions can transform a negative cash flow investment into a positive one.
The Potential Benefits Gained from COVID-19
IT’S TRUE … the economy will suffer from COVID-19. However, the adverse impact will not be seen universally. And in fact, many businesses have never been busier – working 12-hour shifts and some, even around-the-clock.
Determine Your Depreciation Before You Purchase
BEFORE PURCHASING a commercial investment property, you should first crunch the numbers. That’s because the property will provide an even better return, once depreciation is claimed.
Savvy investors will usually consider the potential return of the property, the surrounding commercial infrastructure, along with the vacancy rates in the immediate area.
Why Should You Only Be Looking 4 Years Ahead?
YOU HAVE PROBABLY SEEN a number of other software packages out there on the market, which will encourage you to create 7 to 10-year projected cash flows.
In most cases, they have been designed by Techos and NOT by investors. And as a result, they lull you into a false sense of security. Fundamentally, there are two main reasons why I consider them to be laying a trap for even seasoned investors.
Commercial Property Depreciation FAQs
GETTING YOUR TAX IN ORDER can be an overwhelming task, but when you have a commercial investment property it can seem even more complex.
We’ve compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions to highlight just how depreciation can help maximise the cash return on a commercial property.
Discover the answers.
Economy Continues to Grow
IN REALITY, the economy is showing solid growth in the metropolitan areas. And there is a flow-on effect into most regional cities – the exception being those areas currently struck by severe drought.
While not buoyant … overall, the fundamentals look fine.
Therefore, we need to steer clear from unwittingly talking ourselves into recession. Because, as soon as confidence returns, consumers will start spending again.
