Guides, explainers, and market intel on IRS §168(k) bonus depreciation — written for STR investors who want the tax story before they make an offer.
A plain-English breakdown of IRS §168(k), how it applies to Airbnb and VRBO properties, and why a $500k STR can generate $80k–$130k in Year 1 deductions. Includes the 5-year/15-year/39-year classification breakdown with real examples.
The four signals that predict bonus depreciation potential — land value ratio, property age, finishes, and condo vs. single-family structure — and how to screen deals before you make an offer.
Most investors confuse these two terms. Cost segregation is a study. Bonus depreciation is a tax code provision. Here's how they work together — and when you actually need to pay for the full study.
Not all markets are created equal. Mountain cabin markets in the Smokies and Blue Ridge consistently produce the highest bonus dep scores — here's why, and which markets to be cautious about.
Most investors commission a cost seg study after closing — that's too late to change your offer. Here's the pre-closing playbook: what to estimate, what to share with your CPA, and what actually happens at tax time.