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ElGusto(Newbie)Newbie
19 July 2023

Hi, I am currently about to refinance my home loan (my residence) and am also an uber driver looking to refinance my car under the same application though it will be a separate loan. The mortgage on an interest rate of 6% (variable) over 20 years, and the car also on 6% over 15 years. I am interested in this option as it allows some significant flexibility with repayments for a while as opposed to my chattel mortgage set at around $1000 per month.


My question is with regard to tax deductions. I keep a log book and the car is used for 90% business. As the loan is separate can I still claim deductions on interest? Also can I still claim depreciation on the asset, a late model vehicle?


Thanks :)

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TonyATO(Community Support)Community Support
20 July 2023

Hello @ElGusto


Yes! and Yes!


You can claim based on the percentage the car is used for business.


Interest on the loan is an operating expense because the loan was used to purchase an income-producing asset.


There are a few different ways to claim for the car itself as depreciating asset. I recommend having a look at our info regarding depreciating assets and capital expenses.






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TonyATO(Community Support)Community Support
20 July 2023

Hello @ElGusto


Yes! and Yes!


You can claim based on the percentage the car is used for business.


Interest on the loan is an operating expense because the loan was used to purchase an income-producing asset.


There are a few different ways to claim for the car itself as depreciating asset. I recommend having a look at our info regarding depreciating assets and capital expenses.






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