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We review, without obligation, whether your property may benefit from a reduced remaining useful life – quickly and without risk.
Dresden
Remaining Useful Life (AfA) Reports in Dresden
Dresden features a substantial number of residential buildings with historic structures and varying degrees of modernisation. For such properties, the remaining useful life is often highly individual. A remaining useful life report allows property owners in Dresden to assess their buildings realistically and align depreciation with the actual condition of the property.
Before
✕ No AppraisalAfter
✓ AfAMax AppraisalDepr. Rate2.00%
Useful Life50 Years
Depreciation/Year€3,000
Tax Savings/Year€1,350
4.55% by Appraisal
Depr. Rate4.55%
Useful Life22 Years
Depreciation/Year€6,818
Tax Savings/Year€3,068
+€1,718
additionalLiquidity p.a.
Our Process
Your Fast Path to Your Appraisal
A clearly structured process – from the initial assessment to confident tax use.
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Commission the Appraisal
If a potential benefit is identified, you can commission the appraisal in just a few clicks. The report is prepared by certified expert appraisers (DIN EN ISO/IEC 17024).
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Preparation of the Appraisal
Your property is professionally assessed and documented in a technically, economically and tax-relevant manner.
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For Your Tax Return
We support you in using the appraisal correctly for your tax return and assist with any follow-up questions.
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Location-specific context for Dresden
This section reflects local building-age patterns, market conditions, and practical tax-office experience.
Dresden housing stock
Dresden combines well-preserved period buildings with post-war and post-reunification modernization patterns. This creates highly individual technical histories and depreciation paths.
Saxony tax-office practice
Earlier discussions often referenced the BMF letter dated 22.02.2023. This letter was repealed on 01.12.2025. Current evaluation must follow the up-to-date legal framework and case-specific documentation quality.
East German depreciation specifics
Many assets show complex depreciation histories, including historical special depreciation elements and later transitions. A clean timeline is therefore crucial before applying a shorter useful life.
Dresden calculation example
Assumption:
- Building share: EUR 150,000
- Capitalizable incidental costs: EUR 25,000
- Depreciable base: EUR 175,000
Comparison:
- Standard depreciation (2% / 50 years): EUR 3,500/year
- With 22-year RUL (4.55%): approx. EUR 7,955/year
- Additional depreciation: approx. EUR 4,455/year
At a 45% tax rate this equals about EUR 2,005 additional liquidity per year.
Benefits
Why is a valuation report worthwhile?
Maximise your tax advantages with a professionally substantiated and tax-compliant remaining useful life assessment.
Higher depreciation & improved liquidity
The shorter the professionally substantiated remaining useful life, the higher the annual depreciation allowance. This can reduce your tax burden and improve your cash flow.
Tax-compliant foundation
Our reports are prepared by certified expert appraisers (DIN EN ISO/IEC 17024) and are clearly documented and fully traceable – providing a reliable basis for tax-related use.
Noticeably improved returns
Tax savings directly affect your net return. Especially for older properties or buildings with renovation requirements, a valuation report can quickly prove worthwhile.
Over 300 professionally substantiated valuation reports in the past three years
Local Tax Offices
Responsible Tax Offices in Dresden
You can identify which tax office is responsible for you by the first 2-4 digits of your tax number.
Dresden-North Tax Office(3202)
Dresden-South Tax Office(3203)
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about AfAMax, useful life appraisals, and using depreciation for tax purposes.
A core refurbishment goes further: the building is largely stripped back to its structural elements (e.g., load-bearing structure remains) and major components and technical installations are renewed. Typical scope includes heating/water pipes, electrics, windows/doors, heating system and often roof/façade depending on condition. The goal is a condition functionally close to new, while preserving the structural framework.
All required information is collected through our calculator in a structured way. Typical inputs include basic building details (year of construction, construction type, areas), modernizations/refurbishments, condition and defects, use (residential/commercial) and—if available—documents such as floor plans, an energy certificate, and supporting evidence. The process guides you step by step and shows exactly what is needed when.
Your appraisal is prepared by experts who are approved across Europe and certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17024. This is an important quality indicator and supports the report’s credibility and traceability.
The “standardized” useful life is a typified assumption used in tax practice. The economic remaining useful life is closer to reality: it describes how long the building can likely be used in an economically sensible way—depending on condition, construction, modernizations, and use.
Yes—this can be possible, especially for tax years that have not yet become final (i.e., where no final tax assessment notice is in place). In such cases, a shorter actual remaining useful life can be applied and the remaining tax basis of the building may be reallocated accordingly. In practice, depreciation is determined on a yearly basis and can be reassessed. Please coordinate the specific implementation with your tax advisor.
Still have questions? Our team is happy to help.
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Create a solid basis for increased depreciation with a certified remaining useful life report for tax purposes. Benefit from a simple online submission, expert review by certified appraisers, and a report that serves as a reliable basis for your tax return.
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In many cases, a valuation report leads to a noticeable reduction in annual tax burden.
300+ property owners across Germany have already optimized their depreciation with AfAMax.