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General Information - Koste Chartered Quantity Surveyors

Not Just a Report – A Strategic Tax Depreciation Solution for Investors & Business Owners

1. What is Tax Depreciation?

Short Answer:

Tax depreciation allows property investors and business owners to claim deductions for the natural wear and tear of their buildings and assets, reducing taxable income and improving cash flow.

Detailed Explanation:

  • Tax depreciation is a legally recognised tax deduction under Australian tax law.
  • Claims are categorised into:
    • Division 40 (Plant & Equipment): Assets like carpets, air conditioning, and kitchen appliances.
    • Division 43 (Capital Works): Structural elements like walls, roofs, and concrete slabs.
  • A professionally prepared tax depreciation schedule ensures you claim every eligible deduction while staying ATO-compliant.

Why Koste?

✅ Certified Quantity Surveyors (AIQS & RICS): We are regulated professionals, not a ‘tax depreciation factory.’
✅ Tailored Approach: We work with investors and business owners to maximise their deductions.
✅ Exclusive Technology: Koste developed Capal, the most advanced tax depreciation software, used by Quantity Surveyors nationwide to ensure precise, ATO-compliant reports.

📌 Next Steps:
📞 Book a Consultation
📥 Order Your Tax Depreciation Report

2. Who Needs a Tax Depreciation Report?

Short Answer:

If you own an investment property or a commercial building, you may be eligible to claim tax depreciation deductions, reducing your taxable income.

Who Benefits from a Tax Depreciation Report?

  • Property Investors – Residential landlords looking to reduce taxable income.
  • Commercial Property Owners – Business owners seeking to deduct asset depreciation.
  • Developers & Builders – Those constructing or fitting out properties for sale or lease.
  • Business Owners Leasing a Premises – Claim depreciation on fit-outs and assets.

Why Koste?

✅ Koste is Australia’s leader in tax depreciation technology.
✅ Our proprietary software, Capal, ensures 100% accurate, audit-ready reports that are used by Quantity Surveyors throughout the country.
✅ Real Construction Cost Data: Unlike competitors, we use live cost data, not outdated estimates.

📌 Find Out What You Can Claim
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3. How Much Can I Claim in Tax Depreciation?

Short Answer:

Many investors claim between $5,000 and $15,000 in the first year alone—but your claim depends on property type, purchase price, and age.

Factors That Affect Your Depreciation Claim:

🔹 Property Age: Newer properties typically have higher claims.
🔹 Property Type: Commercial properties often have higher depreciation.
🔹 Renovations & Fit-Outs: Any upgrades done post-1987 may qualify for extra claims.

Why Choose Koste?

✅ Capal, Koste’s proprietary software, ensures 100% accurate depreciation forecasts.
✅ We find hidden deductions others miss, helping investors save thousands.
✅ ATO-Compliant Reports – Fully audit-ready, prepared by AIQS & RICS-certified experts.

📌 See How Much You Can Save

4. Why Choose Koste Over Other Tax Depreciation Companies?

Short Answer:

Koste is a Chartered Quantity Surveying firm (AIQS & RICS) that works closely with investors and business owners. Unlike mass-market providers, we do not rely on outdated cost guides or generic report templates.

What Makes Koste Different?

✅ AIQS & RICS-Certified Experts – We are recognised industry leaders, not a churn-and-burn provider.
✅ Capal – Our Exclusive Tax Depreciation Software – Used by other Quantity Surveyors throughout Australia.
✅ Real Construction Cost Data – We use live data, unlike competitors who rely on theoretical cost guides.
✅ Premium Service, Not a Factory – We work with serious investors and business owners, not just anyone.

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5. What is Capal and How Does it Improve Tax Depreciation Reports?

Short Answer:

Capal is Koste’s industry-leading tax depreciation software, developed by our team of Chartered Quantity Surveyors and used by professionals across Australia.

What Makes Capal Unique?

🚀 Accurate Tax Depreciation Schedules: Capal eliminates errors by integrating the latest construction cost data.
🚀 Audit-Ready Reports: Ensures compliance with the ATO’s strict depreciation rules.
🚀 Used by Professionals: Capal is trusted by Quantity Surveyors nationwide to prepare precise reports.
🚀 Advanced Cost Data Analysis: Unlike competitors, Koste’s software tracks real market trends to ensure clients get the maximum deductions legally available.

Why Is This Important for Property Investors?

  • Many providers still use outdated cost books, leading to inaccurate reports and missed deductions.
  • Capal’s AI-driven calculations mean Koste can maximise your tax savings while ensuring compliance.
  • Our reports are designed for mum-and-dad investors, business owners, and large corporations alike.

📌 Find Out Why Capal Leads the Industry
📞 Book a Free Consultation

6. How Long Does It Take to Get My Report?

Short Answer:

Most reports are delivered within 5-7 business days after receiving the required information.

Process Timeline:

1️⃣ Order Online – Takes less than 5 minutes.
2️⃣ Data Collection – We gather property details and construction costs.
3️⃣ Report Preparation – Our Chartered Quantity Surveyors prepare your ATO-compliant schedule using Capal.
4️⃣ Report Delivery – Sent to your email within 5-7 business days.

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