Cost Segregation Study on a $3 Million Bank Building in Charlotte, NC

$849,351.66 in 1st-year Tax Savings

Without a Cost Segregation Study on a Cost Segregation Study on a $3 Million Bank Building in Charlotte NC purchased in 2018 would have generated a 1st-year depreciation of $74,359.00. By applying a cost segregation study, the property investors accelerate depreciation, for the 1st year to $923,710.66. This acceleration in deprecation allows the property investors to reduce their tax liability and in turn increase their bottom line. By breaking down the building asset into components, a cost segregation also aids in future benefits of abandonment, repairs, routine maintenance and overall asset management. ETS performs hundreds of cost segregation studies monthly for property owners, providing a detailed engineering review of assets including special purpose mechanical and electrical systems, decorative finishes, site improvements, and any process related to special purpose construction.

Study Type	Class Life	Percentage	Accelerated Tax
Cost Segregation	5-Year	17.97%	$523,130.55
Cost Segregation	15-Year	13.25%	$385,609.91
Cost Segregation	39-Year	68.78%	$14,970.20
Total 1st Yr Depreciation with Cost Seg			$923,710.66
Depreciation 1st Year without Cost Seg.			$74,359.00
Total Difference in Depreciation 1st Year			$849,351.66

% amounts relate to how much was reallocated from the depreciated basis Cost Segregation is based on a 40% tax bracket for federal and State Taxes and performed on the ADR Asset Depreciation Range. Financial benefits are realized by maximizing net present value through deferring tax payments and using increased cash flow to strengthen your portfolio or scale your business. The tables above identify the difference between a cost segregation study and traditional 39.5-year capitalization. The line graph (if shown) demonstrates the impact of investment cash.