The key difference, though, was he spent months carefully getting to know the local architecs, reputable builders, and even a couple of niche design firms that specialize in modern builds for mid- to high-end buyers.

Most cost segregation firms will provide a free cost/benefit analysis quote to help you determine if the tax benefits from the study will outweigh the costs.

As a retired CPA, I saw plenty of tax returns by these firms that clearly were done poorly. 

Agree to allow the firm’s “entry level” attorneys handle your cases or as allowed by law their clerks?

Quick overview of our firm is three components.

Can anyone recommend a firm that does not use Lexis Nexis for background checks?

I have a tax firm that specializes in working with real estate professionals/investors.

Not so small that they don't have the experience, systems, or economies of scale of a larger firm.  

They were a law firm who hunts class action suits to go against companies. 

The estimate I have from a cost segregation firm is $316k (w/ study) vs $28k (no study)-Assume we're in the 37% bracket  -Does this mean, I can claim a $117k depreciation deduction for this year?