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How to Maximize Cost Segregation Benefits for Self Storage Investors

Published about 1 year ago • 1 min read

Today’s topic: What is cost segregation—and how can it help you keep more cash in your real estate business?

Cost segregation is one of the most effective tax strategies real estate investors can use. By reclassifying building components into shorter depreciation schedules, you can accelerate your deductions, reduce your tax liability, and reinvest those savings to grow faster.

In this post, we break down:

  • How cost segregation works for self-storage and commercial buildings
  • The 5-, 15-, and 39-year class lives—and what qualifies for each
  • The difference between a modeling study and a detailed study (and which one you need)
  • How bonus depreciation is phasing out and why timing matters
  • How to “catch up” on missed depreciation using IRS Form 3115

“Cost segregation isn’t just a tax play—it’s a growth strategy for serious investors.”

​Check out the full article to see how you can use cost seg to save thousands and scale smarter.

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Sean

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