AUT21ES2. Kick Your Tax Savings into High Gear: Depreciation and Expensing Strategies Dealers Need in TY - Sponsored by Capstan

Covid-19 has had a major impact on auto dealerships, and everyone is looking to improve cash flow. Many dealers are propping up the bottom line by decreasing their real estate tax burden. This session will explore a variety of tax savings strategies that fully leverage current legislation. Cost segregation, bonus depreciation, Section 179 expensing, and several other strategies will be reviewed, with a focus on the interplay between strategies. Several real-life examples will be presented to indicate the scope of potential savings.

Learning Objectives:

• Explain how strategies like Section 179 Expensing, Bonus Depreciation, the Tangible Property Regulations (TPRs) and Energy Incentives all contribute to a comprehensive dealership real estate tax strategy.
• Explain the implications of the CARES Act’s correction of QIP recovery period and how to incorporate retroactive CARES Act changes into past returns.
• Use various tax strategies in a strategic manner to maximize savings on dealership real estate.