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Cost segregation is a way to reclassify parts of a property so you can depreciate them faster and free up cash today instead of over decades.
CalCPAGroup provides engineering‑driven cost segregation studies and tax implementation for real estate investors, landlords, and funds across the United States.
Who is cost segregation for?
Cost segregation is typically most helpful for real estate investors and owners with larger properties or portfolios—multifamily and commercial buildings, short‑term rentals or mixed‑use assets, and properties held inside funds or syndications. If you expect to hold the property for several years and have taxable income to offset, you’re likely in the right zone.
When does it make sense?
A study is worth exploring if you:
Own multifamily or commercial property (or a portfolio of properties)
Have made significant renovations or improvements in recent years
Operate short‑term rentals or mixed‑use properties
Run or participate in a real estate fund or syndication
Expect to hold the property for several years and want to pull forward deductions
During Intake, we’ll review your situation and let you know whether a study is likely to be worthwhile.
Estimate your savings
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What impact a study can have
Scenario 1
New multifamily purchase
A Los Angeles investor acquires a mid‑size multifamily building. A cost segregation study moves a significant portion of the cost into 5‑, 7‑, and 15‑year property, creating a large additional first‑year depreciation deduction and freeing up cash for renovations.
Scenario 2
Major property renevation
An owner completes a substantial rehab on a mixed‑use building. By identifying eligible improvements through a study, they accelerate deductions on a significant portion of the renovation spend, improving near-term cash flow while planning for a future sale or a 1031 exchange.
Our Process
CalCPAGroup delivers engineering-backed cost segregation studies tailored to Los Angeles real estate investors and property owners.
Intake
Share basic details about your property or portfolio so we can assess fit.
Property review and scoping
We review your information, ask follow‑up questions, and confirm whether a study makes sense and at what level.
Data and document collection
You provide closing statements, depreciation schedules, construction or renovation costs, and any available plans or drawings.
Engineering‑based analysis
Comprehensive tax We work with engineering‑driven methodologies to identify and reclassify components into shorter‑life asset categories. to help you maximize savings and remain compliant year-round.
Reporting and coordination
You receive a detailed report and supporting schedules. Where a change in accounting method is required, we prepare and file Form 3115 and coordinate with your tax returns so the study is implemented correctly and fully supported.
Ongoing support
If questions come up in future years—or when you buy, sell, or exchange properties—we can help you understand how the study affects those decisions.