Sample tax depreciation reports

Residential tax depreciation sample report

Explore a fictional owner-built residential property schedule, with an asset register, annual deductions and an owner's planning guide.

27-page PDF · Fictional sample · Not for tax use

Commercial tax depreciation sample report

See how a fictional commercial property report presents plant and equipment, capital works, asset schedules and lifecycle considerations.

27-page PDF · Fictional sample · Not for tax use

What to look for when comparing depreciation reports

Compare the detail, clarity and ongoing guidance—not just the headline deduction. Other providers' inclusions vary; these are features you can inspect in Koste's samples.

An accountant-ready starting point

Executive summary and accountant quick reference put key report information in one place.

Executive summary, page 4 · Accountant quick reference, page 6

The detail behind the deductions

Separate Division 40 asset schedules and Division 43 capital works schedules let you inspect the underlying breakdown, not just a headline total.

Asset schedules, pages 12–14 · Capital works, page 15

Both depreciation methods

Diminishing value and prime cost schedules support a discussion with your accountant about the appropriate method.

Method summaries, pages 10–11 · Planning comparison, page 24

A record for decisions beyond tax time

The owner's planning guide covers tax-savings illustrations, CGT cost-base considerations, milestones and records to retain.

Owner's planning guide, pages 22–25

Support from acquisition through to sale

Acquire

Before buying, explore indicative depreciation and understand the construction and acquisition records to retain.

Own & claim

Use your property-specific schedule with your accountant to support annual claims and keep a clear record of your assets.

Improve & replace

Contact Koste before renovations or asset removal to discuss schedule updates, new expenditure and possible disposal treatment.

Prepare to sell

Retain construction, improvement and depreciation records. Koste can help with construction-cost and cost-base evidence for your tax adviser—not a market valuation.

Further services and updates may require a separate engagement and fee. Personal tax advice remains with your tax adviser.

Sample report questions

Can I download a sample tax depreciation report for free?

Yes. Both residential and commercial samples are free to view and download without a login, email address or phone number. Email delivery is optional.

What is included in a Koste sample depreciation schedule?

Each 27-page sample includes an executive summary, accountant quick reference, diminishing value and prime cost schedules, Division 40 asset breakdowns, Division 43 capital works, explanations and an owner's planning guide.

How should I compare tax depreciation reports from different providers?

Ask each provider for a sample. Compare the clarity of the asset register, coverage of both depreciation methods, accountant-ready information, assumptions, limitations and guidance on future changes. These are features you can inspect in Koste's samples; other providers' inclusions vary.

Are the sample deductions what my property will receive?

No. All property details, costs, effective lives and figures in these samples are fictional and illustrative. They are not professionally approved tax calculations or verified ATO classifications. Your deductions depend on your property, eligibility, ownership and circumstances. Deductions are not the same as cash tax savings.

Does a sample cover second-hand residential property?

The residential sample illustrates a fictional owner-built property, not every purchase scenario. Restrictions can apply to previously used residential plant and equipment. A property-specific assessment is needed rather than applying the sample's figures or asset treatment to an existing property.

Can Koste help after my initial depreciation report?

You can contact Koste about property changes, renovations, asset replacements and construction-cost evidence when preparing to sell. Further work may require a separate engagement and fee; the initial report does not include unlimited updates or personal tax advice.

Will requesting an emailed sample sign me up for marketing?

No. This form requests a one-off email containing the sample links. It does not create a quote request, subscribe you to marketing or authorise a sales call.