& different parts of the asset can be depreciated on different schedules.To find out the useful lifespan of each component, you do a cost segregation study to analyze all of the parts.The raw land can't be depreciated so you start by giving that a value first.But other items can be depreciated on a quicker timeline.A roof, road, sidewalk, fencing, walls, gates, doors, latches, flooring, air conditioners, pavers, curbing, landscaping, etc.The IRS has a depreciation schedule for each type.Some parts are 5 yrs.

I received incredible advice on my last post and completed a series of case studies in the SF Bay Area.I wanted to dive deeper into the community's recent experiences about renovation items with stronger ROIs and appeal to end buyers.

Study hard, like on here on BP and maybe some YTube. 2. 

I’ve been hearing a lot about cost segregation studies and have a few questions…- What are some of the key factors that determine whether a cost segregation study makes sense?

If anyone here is interested in learning more about advancing depreciation through an engineer-based cost segregation study feel free to reach out.

If your new to REI we encourage investors to study the strategy.

A cost segregation study was performed on this residential condo in Herndon, VA purchased in 2017 with a depreciable cost basis of $151,518.

It’ll be helpful for you to study up on expense vs capital expenditures, and then read up on safe harbor allowances.

In any case, you can always check the numbers by doing a market study if you haven't done so already.To conclude, Mexico is a great place to invest but it's important to buy the right property at the right place at the right time and to have a plan in place for the financing, if needed.

All that being said, beggars can't be choosers, and when you're going after your first property it's more important to get your foot in the door and learn the business than it is to make a killing on your first unit - i.e. if you have to make a slim margin to get a great case study, that's better than trying to charge 30% for something you've never done before and spending a year trying to convince someone to roll the dice on you.