Cost Segregation Case Study

Optimizing Cash
Flow for Bank Property Owners

$2,106,630

Property Purchase Price

$307,012

1st Year Tax Savings

100%

Bonus Depreciation

Property Overview

This case study analyzes a Bank acquired in October 2020 for $2,106,630 (excluding land). The study was applied to the 2020 tax year, utilizing a 37% tax rate and an 8% present value rate of return.

With 100% bonus depreciation, the facility’s owners were able to maximize their upfront tax benefits, reducing taxable income and enhancing cash flow. The cost segregation study strategically categorized building components into shorter depreciation periods, creating significant tax savings opportunities.

Property TypeSenior Living Facility
Purchase price(less land)$2,106,630
Building sqft8,775
Entire site sqft39.030
Data acquiredOctober 2020
Tax year study applied2020
Tax rate37.0%
Present value rate of return8%
Bonus depreciation100%

Building Allocation After Study

Cost Segregation Study Benefits

The cost segregation study provided significant tax savings for the hotel property, delivering an impressive $307,012 in tax savings within the first year. Over a 10-year period, the net present value (NPV) of savings reached $254,064, while the total NPV over the remaining life of the property amounted to $209-576. When reinvested, these savings equate to a future value of $4,215,680.

Additionally, the study reallocated building components into accelerated depreciation categories, with $473,992 assigned to 5-year property, $360,234 to 15-year property, and $1,272,405 to 39-year property, allowing for substantial upfront deductions and improved cash flow.

Financial Benefits Achieved

Immediate Tax Savings$307,012
NPV Over 10 Years$254,064
NPV Over Remaining Life of Property$209,576
Future Value of Invested Savings$4,215,680

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