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Cost Segregation Study
Explore how a cost segregation study can accelerate depreciation, maximize tax savings, and improve your business's cash flow.
What Is a Cost Segregation Study?
A cost segregation study is a tax planning strategy that allows business property owners and investors to accelerate depreciation deductions by identifying specific building components that qualify for shorter recovery periods. Instead of depreciating an entire commercial or residential property over the standard 27.5 or 39 years, a cost segregation study reallocates costs to assets with 5, 7, or 15-year depreciation periods. This process results in substantial upfront tax savings and improved cash flow. At Cost Seg America, with over 20 years of experience, we provide detailed, IRS-compliant studies designed to maximize your depreciation benefits securely and reliably.
Tax Savings and Cash Flow Benefits
The primary advantage of a cost segregation study is the acceleration of depreciation expense, which leads to considerable tax savings. By reclassifying building assets into shorter life categories, you can claim larger deductions in the earlier years of property ownership, optimizing your taxable income and cash flow. For instance, investors often use these savings to reinvest in new properties or enhance operational liquidity. At Cost Seg America, our clients consistently realize optimized cash flow positions that empower stronger financial planning and investment growth.
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Superior Benefits
Our studies typically reclassify an additional 6–15% of a property’s purchase price, excluding land, into shorter-life assets. On a $5 million building, that delivers $300k–$750k in accelerated depreciation that other providers miss.
Unsurpassed Methodology
Our team uses the most detailed and defensible IRS-recognized approaches 1 and 2 from the Cost Segregation Audit Technique Guide, to ensure every eligible component is accounted for to maximize your savings.
Precision Over Speed
Our 6–8 week process digs deep into every square foot of your building, identifying more assets for faster depreciation—and more money in your pocket than you would get from an automated study.
Unrivaled Audit Protection
With over 23 years of experience and more than 15,000 studies completed, our team has never lost an IRS audit. Audit defense is included at no extra cost—and unlike others, we do not cap our hours. That means total peace of mind for you.
Real Clients. Real Results.
Smart, hard-working folks across the U.S. are reclaiming tax dollars hiding in their properties. No loopholes—just smart strategy and honest savings. Hear their stories firsthand.
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When to Perform a Cost Segregation Study
Cost segregation studies are particularly beneficial during property acquisition, new construction, renovation, or expansion phases. Initiating a study early allows for maximum tax benefit capture from day one. However, even properties held for several years can benefit through retroactive studies using IRS Form 3115 to adjust depreciation schedules. Business owners and CFOs focusing on tax efficiency should consider engaging a professional study tailored to their assets’ specifics. Cost Seg America provides expert guidance and offers free customized proposals to explore your savings potential.
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Choosing a Professional Cost Segregation Partner
Conducting a comprehensive and compliant cost segregation study requires expertise in engineering, accounting, and tax law. Cost Seg America stands out with over two decades of experience delivering reliable, IRS-compliant studies that maximize your tax benefits. Our process is transparent, educational, and tailored to your unique situation, helping you capture the full potential of accelerated depreciation while mitigating audit risk. Learn more about how cost segregation works at our What is Cost Segregation page and review our FAQ for common questions.
Starting Your Cost Segregation Study Today
At Cost Seg America, beginning your cost segregation study is easy. Simply request a free proposal to evaluate your property and receive a detailed report outlining possible tax savings. We manage all aspects, including engineering analysis and documentation, ensuring a smooth process and maximum results. Our long-standing expertise gives you confidence in optimizing your tax position efficiently and securely.