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Cost Segregation
Updates, insights, and expert information on cost segregation.


Why Cost Segregation Firms Ask for Before-and-After Photos
When you bring a cost segregation company on board to evaluate your property, one of the initial steps in the cost segregation process is gathering information about it. They might request photos, along with closing statements and depreciation schedules. And it’s not just the new photos they’re after. They often want to see older interior photos as well. At first, this might seem a bit excessive, especially if the property has already undergone renovations. However, those im
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The Hidden Heroes of Cost Segregation Analysis
When you hear the term cost segregation , you might picture accountants buried in spreadsheets. But the true champions of cost...
Sep 242 min read


How Cost Segregation Transforms Multifamily Tax Strategy
When I first dipped my toes into real estate, I started where most people do, with single-family rentals. While they have their place, it...
Sep 163 min read


Section 179 vs Bonus Depreciation - Which Is Right for You?
When it comes to getting the most out of your tax deductions, business owners and real estate investors can find themselves weighing the...
Sep 134 min read


Capitalize vs Expense in Real Estate: How It Impacts Your Tax Deductions
When it comes to managing investment properties, one significant decision you'll encounter during tax season is whether to capitalize or...
Sep 93 min read


Why an Online Cost Segregation Study Beats Traditional Methods
The Rise of Online Cost Segregation Cost segregation has long been a powerful tax strategy for real estate investors, allowing them to...
Sep 53 min read


The Depreciable Life of a Roof: What STR and LTR Owners Should Know
For real estate owners of rentals, a roof replacement is likely to come up as a property upgrade... While the primary role of a roof is...
Sep 13 min read


All About Leasehold Improvements Depreciation Life
Leasehold improvements represent a significant investment for businesses that are leasing commercial spaces. It's essential to grasp...
Aug 194 min read


Big 4 Accounting Firm vs. Boutique Specialist for Your Cost Seg Study
Should you hire a Big 4 accounting firm or go with a boutique cost segregation specialist? When it comes to picking a company for your...
Aug 143 min read


When Is Cost Segregation Analysis Worth It?
Top Considerations Explained | Cost Segregation Analysis Is the juice worth the squeeze? If you’re holding real estate and not using cost...
Aug 124 min read


A Guide to Cost Segregation for Self-Storage Investors
Why Smart Self-Storage Owners Don’t Wait on Cost Segregation. You didn’t invest in self-storage for slow returns. Whether you’re building...
Aug 75 min read


Step-by-Step Guide to the Cost Segregation Process
As a real estate investor, if you’re not using cost segregation, you’re leaving money on the table. I’ve had the privilege of working...
Aug 43 min read


Land Value in Real Estate: Why It Matters in Cost Segregation Studies
When it comes to investing in real estate and crafting a solid tax strategy, cost segregation stands out as one of the most effective...
Jul 244 min read


Understanding the Routine Maintenance Safe Harbor
When it comes to managing properties or equipment, maintenance is just part of the deal. However, not all maintenance needs to be...
Jul 213 min read


Enhancing Partial Asset Disposition Accuracy Through Cost Segregation
Real estate owners and investors are always looking for ways to optimize depreciation and improve after-tax cash flow. One strategy that...
Jul 113 min read


Small Expenses, Big Savings: Leveraging the De Minimis Safe Harbor Election
When it comes to getting the most out of your tax deductions in real estate, every little detail counts. One often-missed but incredibly...
Jul 24 min read


Real Estate Professional Status Explained
Are your rental properties costing you money on paper while the IRS keeps a tight grip on your deductions? Whether you're managing...
Jun 178 min read


How to Find Cost Seg Firms as a First-Time Real Estate Investor
If you're stepping into the world of real estate investing for the first time, you might be realizing just how impactful tax strategies...
May 273 min read


Asking for a Cost Seg Discount: From Sticker Shock to Smart Investment
I can still feel that knot in my stomach when I first came across that quote: $4,200 for a cost segregation study on my duplex?! As a...
May 205 min read


Hire an ASCSP Certified Expert for Your Cost Segregation Study
The Certified Cost Segregation Professional (CCSP) designation, granted by the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals (ASCSP)...
May 124 min read
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