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Why does my accountant need a Division 40 and Division 43 split?

Quick Answer

Your accountant needs a Division 40 and Division 43 split because the two categories are claimed differently and may affect CGT differently. Without the split, deductions may be missed, delayed or treated incorrectly.

A depreciation schedule should not simply give one total number.

Accountants need to know:

  • What is plant and equipment
  • What is capital works
  • What is new
  • What is second-hand
  • What is residential
  • What is commercial
  • What is claimable annually
  • What is restricted
  • What may affect CGT
  • What relates to renovations
  • What relates to common property
Division 40 generally has effective lives and may provide faster deductions.

Division 43 is building-related and may affect CGT cost base.

For second-hand residential property, the split is essential because existing used Division 40 assets may be restricted while Division 43 capital works may remain claimable.

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