# Cost Seg Smart
> “Engineered cost segregation studies for residential investors, CPAs, and commercial operators. Most residential studies delivered in 1–2 business days; larger commercial and multifamily on a timeline calibrated to property complexity.”

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- Published: 2026-10-18
- Modified: 2026-10-18

## Questions & answers
### [How much will I actually save?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/cost-seg-smart-q139328268#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-ff5c208e667d6c1f-a-0446c8b17131d8dd9a3b)
“Most short-term rental owners reclassify 19–39% of their property's depreciable basis into accelerated depreciation, and single-family rentals 9–32%. On a $500K property, that's typically $80K–$150K in Year-1 deductions, often $30K–$60K+ in tax savings depending on your bracket.”
Sources: https://costsegsmart.com/

### [Is this actually allowed by the IRS?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/cost-seg-smart-q139328268#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-ff5c208e667d6c1f-a-13fdcaec282fafc7e1e1)
“Yes. Cost segregation is an IRS-recognized method under Rev. Proc. 87-56 and is explicitly covered in the IRS Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide. We follow the same framework used by firms that charge $5K–$15K.”
Sources: https://costsegsmart.com/

### [What if my CPA won't use it?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/cost-seg-smart-q139328268#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-ff5c208e667d6c1f-a-cdb4b9662871c8180ce7)
“Most CPAs accept cost segregation when it's clearly documented. We provide a CPA-ready 40+ page report with supporting detail, and we work with your CPA directly.”
Sources: https://costsegsmart.com/

### [Are renovations included?](https://directory.readyscan.ai/entities/cost-seg-smart-q139328268#company-answer-content-native-digital-agencies-ff5c208e667d6c1f-a-f882c534974ca485f991)
“Yes, when the renovation is part of the property we are studying. Renovation costs under $100,000 are analyzed inside your study at no extra charge.”
Sources: https://costsegsmart.com/

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