It's not really a "concern" It may not be obvious, but "cost segregation" is a term of art. It's a method used to reduce tax liability for buildings built or purchased. You could, of course argue that such liability reduction should be abolished.
Cuz of 'going concern' principle...
There are several companies across the country that specialize in cost segregation and I would recommend contacting one of them. The IRS also may provide a listing of those close to you.
A concern in shipping might include the cost of the fuel required to ship a product from one location to another. Another concern in shipping could be the legal issues of moving a product from one country to another.
There are a variety of websites that offer information on cost segregation services. Have a look at http://www.uscostsegregation.com/ AND http://www.costsegserve.com/
Cost segregation can help to ensure that audits are done properly. You can also get data that can help to ensure the audits are proper.
Come on, come on! Ask the question properly. What country are you talking about?
Yes, cost segregation laws can include improvements to real property. Improvements that are considered to be part of the building structure may be categorized differently than those that are considered personal property for the purpose of depreciation. It is important to consult with a tax professional to accurately classify improvements for cost segregation.
Cost segregation gives a company a clear picture of how they can depreciate their assets. You need to know this in order to know exactly what you have to budget.
The process of the Cost Segregation Study is one of identifying and reclassifying personal property assets to enable to shorten the tax depreciation time frame.
The biggest benefit of cost segregation services is that is creates money for the properties that implement it. This is done by helping to reduce the owner of the property's taxable income.
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Cost segregation, done properly, can reduce tax liability on real estate. It can also increase cash flow on investment properties.