Depreciation Schedule Cost
Accelerate your cash flow with a fixed-fee, ATO-compliant depreciation schedule prepared by Mintax Quantity Surveyors. No surprises — just more tax deductions, year after year.
How Much Does a Depreciation Schedule Cost?
If you own a rental or investment property in Victoria, a depreciation schedule is one of the most valuable documents you can have at tax time. Prepared by a qualified quantity surveyor, it identifies every legitimate deduction available to you — from the building structure through to carpets, appliances, and fittings.
At Mintax, we prepare fixed-fee, ATO-compliant depreciation schedules for property investors across Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, Mornington Peninsula, Gippsland, and Phillip Island.
What Determines the Cost of a Depreciation Schedule?
The price of a depreciation schedule depends on several factors:
Property type — residential, commercial, rural, or caravan park
Construction date — pre or post September 1987 affects Division 43 eligibility
Size and complexity — number of rooms, assets, and common areas
Location — metro Melbourne vs regional Victoria
Renovation history — prior owner works can significantly increase claimable amounts
Availability of plans or cost documentation
The good news: your depreciation schedule fee is fully tax-deductible, and for most investors the deductions unlocked in the first year alone far exceed the cost of the report.
What's Included in a Mintax Depreciation Schedule?
Full Division 43 (capital works) assessment
Full Division 40 (plant and equipment) assessment where eligible
Low-value pooling in line with current ATO thresholds
Both prime cost and diminishing value methods
Split reporting for joint ownership structures
40-year schedule, valid for the life of the property
Accountant-ready PDF and CSV outputs (where requested)
Ongoing support for you and your accountant
Why the Cost is Worth It
Many Victorian investors see between $2,000 and $15,000 in first-year deductions depending on property age, size, and features. The schedule is a one-time cost that pays for itself — year after year, for the full life of the property.
Real example
A Melbourne investor with a 2015-built two-bedroom apartment claimed over $8,400 in depreciation deductions in their first year — more than 10x the cost of their Mintax schedule. Results vary by property.
How to Get Started
1. Request Your Free Quote
Tell us your property address and type — residential, commercial, or rural. We'll come back to you the same day with a fixed fee, no hidden extras.
2. We Take Care of the Rest
A qualified Mintax quantity surveyor inspects your property and prepares your ATO-compliant depreciation schedule. No disruption to you or your tenants.
3. Claim Your Deductions — Every Year
Your completed schedule is delivered within 5–7 business days and is valid for the life of your property. Hand it to your accountant and start claiming.
Serving Property Investors Across Victoria
Mintax is a Melbourne-based quantity surveying firm serving investors across Victoria including Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, the Mornington Peninsula, Gippsland, and Phillip Island. We are a registered Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board and our reports are fully ATO-compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. The cost of preparing your depreciation schedule is generally fully deductible as a tax-related expense.
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One schedule covers the full life of the property — typically 40 years. You only need a new one if significant capital works are carried out after the original report.
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For most properties we conduct a physical site inspection to ensure accuracy. In some cases, desktop assessments are available — we'll advise at quote stage.
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Division 43 capital works deductions apply to properties constructed after 18 July 1985. However, Division 40 plant and equipment items and any renovation works may still be claimable regardless of construction date. Contact us to assess your property.
Get started today.
Request a fixed quote today and see exactly what your depreciation schedule will cost.