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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


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


Cost Segregation Study Terms Explained
Cost segregation studies often come packed with complex terminology pulled from tax law, engineering, and construction. For property...
Aug 276 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


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


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


What is Straight Line Depreciation?
When you invest in real estate, understanding how your assets depreciate isn’t just an accounting formality... it’s a crucial strategy...
Jun 303 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


The 7-Day Rule Every Airbnb Host Should Know
As a short-term rental investor, you're always on the lookout for ways to boost your property's financial performance. You might already...
May 93 min read


Buy a Cost Segregation Study that Withstands IRS Scrutiny
Cost segregation studies are creating quite a buzz in 2025 as a popular tax strategy for property owners looking to speed up their...
May 84 min read


The Truth About Free Cost Segregation Estimates
Real estate investors and property owners have a variety of effective tax-saving strategies at their fingertips, and one of the standout...
May 22 min read


Property Type Classification Guide
When it comes to real estate and asset management, accurately classifying property types is crucial for compliance and taxation.
Apr 13 min read
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