Mike Mortlock is a quantity surveyor and director of MCG Quantity Surveyors. MCG specialise in tax depreciation schedules and construction cost estimating for investors.
How to turn yourself from an ‘accidental’ to ‘active’ investor
The rise of accidental investors has far-reaching flow on effects politically and economically – and for property markets overall.
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Thu, 20 Dec 2018
How co-owners can save through split depreciation reports
Skyrocketing property prices are driving a sharp increase in people pooling their resources to get onto the property ladder. By combining assets to achieve better buying ...
HOTSPOTS • Thu, 06 Jul 2017
What is a tax depreciation schedule and how can it change your tax return?
Albert Einstein said if you can’t explain something simply, then you don’t understand it well enough. So, it’s time to test my understanding of tax depreciation ...
TAX & LEGAL • Sun, 12 Feb 2017
Understanding depreciation on residential buildings
Many investors are stuck on a particular date when it comes to depreciation on residential buildings. But 1985 doesn’t matter anymore, and here’s why.
HOTSPOTS • Tue, 17 Jan 2017
Claiming deductions on your super fund investment
It’s important that investors understand that this income producing property is entitled to claim depreciation, and regardless of the rate of tax the result of a ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Sun, 14 Aug 2016
Setting the record straight on negative gearing
Much has been posited about the typical Australian property investor, especially their salary. But what does it all really mean?
HOTSPOTS • Tue, 08 Mar 2016
5 things you need to know about depreciation
Investors look at the intricacies of buying well and getting the right tenants, but overlook other areas. Depreciation is something you can't afford to ignore.
HOTSPOTS • Fri, 24 Apr 2015
Property depreciation: are you missing out?
Too many property investors are missing out on important cash flow by neglecting depreciation.
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Tue, 17 Mar 2015
Is your quantity surveyor endorsed by the ATO?
If you want to improve your cash flow and make the most of your depreciation schedule, you need to make sure you know how to find the best in the business.
HOTSPOTS • Tue, 09 Dec 2014
