Precision Pays Off
Focusing on What Matters
Our clients choose USACS because they want it done right the first time. Whether you’re acquiring, improving, or holding a property, our studies are built to support your investment, not just your filing.
More accurate classification = greater deductions
Thorough documentation = peace of mind
Tailored strategies = better long-term planning
Many cost segregation providers have turned the process into a commodity—offering low-cost studies that skip key steps and miss large savings opportunities.
The result? Missed savings, exposure to audit risk, and a report that cannot withstand an IRS audit, leaving clients exposed to a 100% penalty.
The industry-wide drop in study quality is exactly why we founded USACS. We knew cost segregation could—and should—be done better. When executed with precision and built into a broader strategy, it becomes a powerful tool for long-term tax mitigation. Not only do our clients see significantly greater savings, but they gain confidence in the process, clarity in their planning, and a trusted team that stands behind every report.
The Gold Standard in Cost Segregation
At USACS, we don’t just run depreciation schedules—we conduct strategic, engineering-based studies that are built to deliver results. While others prioritize speed and scale, we prioritize accuracy, defensibility, and long-term value.
Site-Specific, Engineer-Led
Every study begins with a physical inspection conducted by qualified engineers—not photos, not assumptions. We believe that understanding the asset up close is essential to uncovering every tax-saving opportunity.
Customized, Not Templated
We never use off-the-shelf models or cookie-cutter reports. Each asset is analyzed based on its unique structure, components, improvements, and ownership strategy.
IRS-Ready Documentation
We follow IRS Audit Technique Guidelines to the letter. That means clear methodologies, properly classified assets, and documentation designed to hold up under review.
Built for Investors, Trusted by CPAs
We work seamlessly with your CPA or tax advisor to ensure our study aligns with your broader tax plan—not just for this year, but for years to come.
Make Cost Segregation Apart of Your Tax Strategy
Cost segregation is a powerful tool, but it’s even more effective when integrated into a broader tax plan. At USACS, we collaborate with your advisors—or bring in ours—to align your study with other strategies that help you defer tax, increase deductions, and strengthen long-term planning.
Exit & Reinvestment Strategies
Integrating cost segregation with capital gains deferral and reinvestment vehicles.
1031 Exchanges
Defer capital gains by reinvesting sale proceeds into like-kind property. We coordinate with The Strategic Group, our trusted partner, to ensure the timing and structure of your cost segregation study align with your exchange.
Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs)
DSTs offer passive, fractional ownership for investors completing a 1031 exchange. For clients moving out of active management, we refer to The Strategic Group, who specializes in DST structuring and execution.
Tax Credits & Deductions
Enhance savings through government-backed incentives that can be layered with cost segregation.
Section 45L & 179D
Cost segregation helps identify energy-efficient systems and components that qualify for 45L and 179D incentives. When paired together, clients benefit from both accelerated depreciation and direct federal tax credits—maximizing year-one savings and reducing long-term tax exposure.
Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
The ITC provides a dollar-for-dollar credit on solar and renewable installations, while cost segregation enables immediate depreciation on those same systems. Used together, they generate a powerful upfront tax benefit—ideal for energy-conscious commercial properties and developers.
Research & Development (R&D)
In construction, design, and real estate tech, innovation may qualify for R&D credits. Pairing this with cost segregation allows you to claim credits on qualified activities while also accelerating depreciation on related improvements—optimizing both credit value and cash flow.
Historic Tax Credits
For qualified historic properties, combining cost segregation with preservation tax credits allows you to front-load depreciation on non-historic elements while still capturing credit value for qualifying restoration work. It’s a balanced approach to maximizing both incentives without overlap.
New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC)
Projects located in NMTC-qualified areas can use cost segregation to accelerate deductions and free up early-stage capital, while leveraging NMTC to attract equity investment. Together, these tools boost ROI and reduce the tax burden on mission-driven development.
Strategic Tax Planning Starts Here
We don’t view cost segregation as a standalone service—it’s the foundation of a smart, layered tax strategy. Whether you're holding, selling, or expanding your portfolio, we help make sure every opportunity to defer, deduct, and save is fully captured.
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