
179D After the Sunset: Why Designers Can Continue Claiming the Deduction for Years
Design firms should treat June 30, 2026, as a project-screening and documentation deadline. The construction-start date, placed-in-service year, and…
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Reviewed and updated September 2026
Real estate owners, investors, developers, and construction companies may improve cash flow through cost segregation, bonus depreciation, repair deductions, energy incentives, fixed asset reviews, and state and local incentives. The opportunities available depend on the property type, acquisition or construction date, project scope, and the taxpayer’s specific circumstances.
KBKG is a national tax specialty firm that helps real estate companies identify, document, and support federal, state, and local tax incentives related to Repair vs. Capitalization Review, 179D Tax Deduction, Negotiated Incentives, and Cost Segregation / Fixed Assets studies.
Our experienced team works to uncover overlooked deductions and accelerate tax savings, helping real estate professionals maximize the value of their investments.
Building acquisitions, new construction, and major improvements should be reviewed for proper classification of the individual components for tax depreciation.
Taxpayers often capitalize major building expenditures that could be claimed as current year deductions for repairs and maintenance such as HVAC units, roofs, parking lots and more.
Evaluating a company's entire fixed asset schedule to identify assets that can be optimized for federal and state tax purposes. Taxpayers utilizing the book method of accounting for tax are not maximizing their available deductions.
Federal deduction worth up to $5.94/per square foot of energy efficient buildings. Available to architects, engineers, design/build contractors and building owners.
KBKG helps businesses secure and maximize state and local incentive programs that reduce project costs and improve long-term return on investment.

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