Answer: $5,681
Explanation:
As this is a residential property the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) depreciation rate is applicable.
Also as it was sold during the month, the mid month convention is also in effect which states that when an asset is sold during the month, only 15 days of that month are considered for depreciation assuming a 30 day month.
The straight line rate for MACRS after the first year for this residential property is 3.636% per annum.
The asset didn't last the entire year so this needs to be accounted for.
Out of 12 months it lasted 7 months till July and 15 days in August which means it lasted 7.5/12 of the year.
Depreciation for the year is therefore,
= 250,000 * 3.636% * 7.5/12
= $5,681
