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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


What is the R&D Tax Credit?
The Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit is a federal tax incentive that lets businesses lower their tax bills dollar-for-dollar for...
Apr 2810 min read


How My DIY Cost Segregation Almost Cost Me $70,000 in Tax Savings
Right before the pandemic hit, I took the plunge and bought my first commercial property, a cozy mixed-use building with retail space on...
Apr 24 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


What is Qualified Improvement Property?
Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) is an important tax category that affects how businesses handle the depreciation of certain...
Mar 134 min read


Missed the Cost Segregation Boat? Why It's Never Too Late to Accelerate Depreciation
Let me share something that many real estate investors never realize, but it could save you tens of thousands in taxes starting this...
Mar 94 min read


What is a depreciation schedule?
A depreciation schedule is a comprehensive accounting record that monitors the gradual decline in value of an asset throughout its useful life. For real estate investors, these schedules serve as valuable tax tools, enabling you to deduct the cost of income-generating properties over time, which can significantly lower your taxable income without impacting your cash flow. Depreciation Basics Depreciation refers to the wear and tear, deterioration, or obsolescence of propert
Mar 63 min read


Bonus Depreciation in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide for Real Estate Investors
The real estate investment landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the reinstated 100% bonus depreciation
Feb 276 min read


What is a 1031 Exchange? Rules to Know and Integration with Cost Segregation
I've put together a detailed guide that covers 1031 exchanges and how they can be effectively paired with cost segregation . Let me...
Feb 225 min read


Understanding IRS Form 3115: Application for Change in Accounting Method
What is Form 3115? Businesses need IRS approval to change their accounting methods to ensure consistency and fairness in tax reporting....
Feb 164 min read


What is 45L Tax Credit?
The 45L Energy Tax Credit is a federal incentive designed to promote energy-efficient residential construction.
Feb 122 min read


Playbook for Pub 946: How to Depreciate Property
Here's the thing about depreciation: it's the tax code's way of acknowledging that everything we build, buy, or develop eventually wears...
Feb 64 min read


Understanding Sections 1231, 1245, and 1250 Property Classifications
Meet Sharron, a thriving business owner who recently made the decision to sell off two significant assets from her manufacturing company:...
Feb 44 min read


What is 179D?
The 179D tax deduction, also known as the Energy-Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction , is a section of the tax code designed to incentivize energy efficiency in commercial properties. Enacted as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 , 179D allows building owners and designers to claim a tax deduction for implementing qualifying energy-efficient improvements in commercial buildings. Fundamentals of 179D Energy Efficiency Focus : The deduction applies to improvements made
Jan 103 min read


What is Recapture?
In tax accounting, recapture is the process of adjusting taxable income higher due to certain deductions made in the previous period. A common example is depreciation recapture , which occurs when an asset is sold for more than its adjusted cost basis. The IRS uses this provision to collect taxes on the profitable sale of an asset that a taxpayer had previously used to offset taxable income. re·cap·ture /rēˈkapCHər/ 1: the act of retaking How Recapture Works in Real Esta
Jan 83 min read


What is Estate Planning?
Think of estate planning as creating a detailed instruction manual for your loved ones about your wishes and assets. Just as you might...
Jan 73 min read


Thriving in a Shifting Tax Environment: The Strategic Power of Cost Seg
As the tax landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, it's crucial for real estate owners and investors to get a solid grasp on cost...
Dec 30, 20244 min read


How to Calculate MACRS Depreciation
The Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) is the primary method for calculating depreciation for tax purposes in the United...
Dec 20, 20243 min read


Asset Depreciation 101: Accelerated vs. Straight-Line Explained
Depreciation is more than just an accounting technique, understanding the mechanics enables businesses to make informed decisions.
Dec 17, 20243 min read
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