Mark Wilkins

Repairs, Maintenance vs Capital Improvements

It is common for investors to confuse repairs, maintenance and capital improvements. They are all legitimate tax deductions, but capital improvements are treated differently to

June 11, 2026

Mark Wilkins

Bought an investment property late this financial year?

Buying an investment property close to 30 June doesn’t mean you’ve missed out on tax deductions for that financial year. In fact, even if you’ve owned your property for only a short period before the end

May 28, 2026

Mark Wilkins

Budget Changes and Depreciation: What Property Investors Need to Know in 2026–27

The 2026–27 Federal Budget introduces the most significant tax changes for property investors in more than two decades. With new rules set to affect negative gearing, capital

May 13, 2026

Mark Wilkins

Negative Gearing Changes in the 2026–27 Budget: What Property Investors Need to Know

The 2026–27 Federal Budget introduces significant reforms to negative gearing — changes that will reshape how investors manage cash flow, structure portfolios, and plan long‑term tax strategies.

May 13, 2026

Mark Wilkins

Capital Gains Tax Changes in the 2026–27 Budget: What Property Investors Need to Know

The Federal Government’s 2026–27 Budget introduces major reforms to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) — the biggest shift since the 50% discount was introduced in 1999.

May 13, 2026

Mark Wilkins

What investment property tax deductions can I claim on my rental property this financial year 2025-2026?

Knowing what tax deductions you can claim on your investment property at the end of the financial year can be confusing for many property investors.

March 31, 2026

Mark Wilkins

What Happened to DEPPRO? An Update for Property Investors and Accountants (2026)

The Australian property depreciation industry has undergone a significant change following the liquidation of DEPPRO Pty Ltd, a long‑standing provider of tax depreciation schedules. According to ASIC’s published

March 9, 2026

Mark Wilkins

How Changing Investor Behaviour Is Reshaping Property Types — And the Depreciation Opportunities Emerging With Them

Australia’s property investment landscape is undergoing one of its most significant shifts in decades. Tightening finance conditions, chronic rental shortages, and evolving housing preferences are

March 2, 2026

Mark Wilkins

The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Property Depreciation in Australia

Blog Contents 1. What is commercial property depreciation? 2. Who can claim commercial property depreciation? 3. Why does depreciation matter for both investors and business

February 16, 2026

Mark Wilkins

Ensuring ATO Compliance for Depreciation Schedules: Why Inspections Are Only One Part of the Bigger Picture

For Australian property investors and accountants, ATO compliance is the foundation of any depreciation schedule. While much of the industry conversation continues to focus narrowly on whether

January 29, 2026

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Resources

Investment Property Tax Depreciation Blog

Repairs, Maintenance vs Capital Improvements

Bought an investment property late this financial year?

Budget Changes and Depreciation: What Property Investors Need to Know in 2026–27

Negative Gearing Changes in the 2026–27 Budget: What Property Investors Need to Know

Capital Gains Tax Changes in the 2026–27 Budget: What Property Investors Need to Know

What investment property tax deductions can I claim on my rental property this financial year 2025-2026?

What Happened to DEPPRO? An Update for Property Investors and Accountants (2026)

How Changing Investor Behaviour Is Reshaping Property Types — And the Depreciation Opportunities Emerging With Them

The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Property Depreciation in Australia

Ensuring ATO Compliance for Depreciation Schedules: Why Inspections Are Only One Part of the Bigger Picture

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