Cost Segregation 101

November 14, 2024

Trump’s Proposed Tax Changes: What They Mean for Bonus Depreciation and R&D

As the nation’s leading provider of engineering-based cost segregation studies and R&D tax credit services, CSSI is closely monitoring potential changes to business tax policy. Two key areas of focus under the proposed Trump administration policies could significantly impact how businesses handle depreciation and research expenses. The Return of 100% Bonus Depreciation The current phase-out […]

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November 12, 2024

Form 3115 Filing Guide: Complete Instructions for Changing Accounting Methods

IRS Form 3115 for Cost Segregation Studies

A Form 3115 is called the “Application for Change in Accounting Method.” It is for an automatic change in any method of accounting. A form 3115 is filed to change either an entity’s overall accounting method or the accounting treatment of any item, such as switching to the accrual method, accelerating depreciation, expensing a previously […]

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November 4, 2024

Understanding 2024 Bonus Depreciation Tax Regulations

2024 Bonus Depreciation Regulations

With the 2024 tax year wrapping up, it’s important to understand bonus depreciation for 2024 and cost segregation and how they can impact your taxes. Some tax benefits will prove beneficial for businesses when filing 2024 taxes.  What is Bonus Depreciation? The term bonus depreciation focuses on first-year depreciation, where a business can deduct a […]

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October 14, 2024

How Cost Segregation Can Reduce Capital Gains Taxes

reduce capital gains tax with cost segregation

Understanding Capital Gains A capital gain occurs when you sell an asset for more than you paid for it. In recent years, many investors have realized significant capital gains from stock market investments. These gains are subject to capital gains taxes, which can significantly impact your overall tax liability. How Cost Segregation Can Help Cost […]

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