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OVERVIEW OF COST SEGREGATION

Cost Free

CPE Credits 1.5 hours

Subject Area 1.5 - Taxes

CE Credits 0.0 hours

Course Level Basic

Instructional Method Group Internet Based

Prerequisites None

Advanced Preparation None

Who Should Attend CPA - small firm
CPA - medium firm
Other

Series: Real Estate Taxation, Taxes

Course Description

Cost Segregation is a strategic tax savings tool that allows companies and individuals, who have constructed, purchased, expanded, or remodeled any kind of real estate to increase cash flow by accelerating depreciation deductions and deferring federal and state income taxes. This course is a practical, broad-based overview of this popular strategy. This course will provide an in-depth background of the most current information, including recent developments, how to measure potential savings and identify clients who qualify, how a study is performed, depreciation rules, the correct deliverable format, and more.

Learning Objectives

Provide a general overview of Cost Segregation
Learn how to identify qualifying projects
Overview of tax savings opportunities and issues
Discuss the IRS's position on Cost Segregation

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With more than 30 years of experience in the accounting profession, Scott Zarret, CPA, is widely recognized for developing innovative and highly successful marketing and sales strategies. Scott's platform (CPAacademy.org) has processed more than 7,500,000 registrations.

An alumnus of University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Scott began his career in the audit and tax department of what is now CohnReznick. Scott was named as one of the 2019 Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting.

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IRS: Audit Techniques Guide - link

Rev. Proc. 2014-16 – IRS releases procedural guidance to implement Final Repair Regulations

Sample Cost Segregation Report

Repair vs. Capitalization Rules

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