Did you know you can do cost segregation on virtually any property? Cost segregation identifies assets and costs within a property in order to accelerate depreciation. In return, this generates ...

Cost segregation is a powerful tool that can benefit retirees who own commercial properties by optimizing their savings and offsetting taxes — particularly when it comes to converting a traditional ...

A few years ago, I helped a client renovate a gorgeous set of cottages that the owner decided to use as short-term rentals. He made good money from the cozy beach bungalows, but hosting family ...

There are two primary methods for expensing real estate costs: the traditional straight-line method and an engineering-based cost segregation method. Cost segregation, particularly now, renders a ...

Not long ago, I met with the CFO of a healthcare REIT that owned dozens of outpatient facilities across several states. They had used the same CPA firm for years. Solid, reputable, but not specialized ...

When buyers evaluate an acquisition, they typically focus on purchase price, working capital adjustments and overall tax structure. All three are important. But if you have clients who are considering ...

Back in August of last year, I was involved in a discussion with an ownership group acquiring a mixed-use property, when a familiar question arose: “Should cost segregation be completed immediately, ...

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 expanded bonus depreciation to additional assets and allowed for 100% bonus depreciation. While the qualification for bonus eligibility does not change, the amount ...

Earlier this year, a multifamily property owner I advise was assessing a cost segregation study for a recently acquired 180-unit complex. They were leaning toward a provider offering a fully remote ...