Restaurant owners invest heavily in specialized build-outs, equipment, and fixtures assets that qualify for accelerated depreciation most operators never claim. Seneca Cost Segregation's engineering-based studies identify every dollar of tax savings hidden in your restaurant property, converting 20–40% or more of your building costs into immediate cash flow to reinvest in your business.
Comprehensive cost segregation solutions designed to maximize tax savings for restaurant owners and operators across the country.
A full engineering-based analysis of your restaurant property that reclassifies assets—booths, kitchen equipment, flooring, lighting, and more into 5, 7, or 15-year depreciation schedules, delivering significant first-year tax savings.
Already own your restaurant building? Claim all missed depreciation from the past 15 years in a single tax year using IRS Form 3115, no amended returns required, no money left on the table.
A convenient 30–45 minute video call inspection of your restaurant space eliminates on-site travel costs and delivers your completed study in 2–3 weeks, minimizing disruption to your operations.
Every restaurant cost segregation study includes Seneca AuditDefense lifetime coverage with IRS inquiry support, documentation defense, and a money-back guarantee if a material issue arises.
Seamless post-study integration with your accountant, including depreciation schedule handoff, Form 3115 support, and ongoing implementation guidance so your tax team can act immediately.
Beyond cost segregation, Seneca's certified advisors identify additional tax-saving opportunities across your restaurant portfolio, partnerships, and business structure at no extra charge.
Restaurants are among the most cost-segregation-friendly properties in real estate. Specialized electrical systems, commercial HVAC, exhaust hoods, walk-in coolers, decorative fixtures, and custom flooring all qualify for accelerated depreciation yet most restaurant owners depreciate everything over 39 years by default. Seneca's engineers identify every qualifying component in your space, delivering an average first-year deduction of $171,243 with a typical ROI of 10–25:1 and lifetime IRS audit protection included.
See how restaurant operators across the country have recaptured significant tax savings with Seneca's engineering-based studies.
"I couldn't be more pleased with the results. Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with. I achieved a highly favorable tax situation and recommend Seneca to anyone looking to maximize their tax benefits."
"The tax savings achieved with Seneca Cost Segregation made a major impact on my bottom line. I wasn't aware it was a possibility until they brought the opportunity to me. Their insight and expertise are invaluable."
"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."
"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"
"I've referred multiple clients to Seneca, and each time they uncovered significant tax savings. Their team is fast, professional, and easy to work with. They've become a trusted extension of our tax strategy."
"I couldn't be more pleased with the results. Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with. I achieved a highly favorable tax situation and recommend Seneca to anyone looking to maximize their tax benefits."
"The tax savings achieved with Seneca Cost Segregation made a major impact on my bottom line. I wasn't aware it was a possibility until they brought the opportunity to me. Their insight and expertise are invaluable."
"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."
"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"
"I've referred multiple clients to Seneca, and each time they uncovered significant tax savings. Their team is fast, professional, and easy to work with. They've become a trusted extension of our tax strategy."
"I couldn't be more pleased with the results. Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with. I achieved a highly favorable tax situation and recommend Seneca to anyone looking to maximize their tax benefits."
"The tax savings achieved with Seneca Cost Segregation made a major impact on my bottom line. I wasn't aware it was a possibility until they brought the opportunity to me. Their insight and expertise are invaluable."
"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."
"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"
"I've referred multiple clients to Seneca, and each time they uncovered significant tax savings. Their team is fast, professional, and easy to work with. They've become a trusted extension of our tax strategy."
Over 10,200+ engineered cost segregation studies completed across the United States. Average first-year tax deduction: $171,243
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"I've referred multiple clients to Seneca, and each time they uncovered significant tax savings. Their team is fast, professional, and easy to work with. They've become a trusted extension of our tax strategy."
Eliot Varnum CPA, Varnum, Finch & Co. "Every client we send their way whether it's their first cost segregation study or their seventh is treated like their most important client. Their team's attention to detail, responsiveness, and genuine commitment to adding value set them apart."
Matt Bontrager CEO, Truebooks CPA Seneca brings over 12 years of engineering-based expertise, a track record of 10,200+ studies, and a genuine investor's perspective to every restaurant cost segregation engagement.
Our licensed engineers apply IRS-compliant methodology to identify every qualifying restaurant asset with precision.
Deployed across all 50 states, Seneca serves restaurant owners from quick-service chains to independent dine-in operators everywhere.
Every study comes with lifetime Seneca AuditDefense and a money-back guarantee at no extra fees, ever.
Co-founded by real estate investors who have personally used cost segregation, we understand the real financial stakes for property owners.
Experienced engineers and real estate investors working to maximize your savings.
Co-Founder and CEO
Dylan Scandalios is an active investor in multi-family properties in the Pacific Northwest and a recognized Cost Segregation Expert. Before founding Seneca Cost Segregation, Dylan closed millions of dollars in business for both public and private companies along the West Coast, developing deep expertise in real estate finance and tax strategy. As CEO, Dylan has helped thousands of real estate investors including office building owners save millions on their federal taxes through engineering-based cost segregation studies. His hands-on investment background means he approaches every client engagement with the perspective of an investor, not just a service provider. Under his leadership, Seneca has completed over 10,200 studies nationwide and achieved a 95% client referral rate.
Co-Founder
Paul Spies is a Marine Corps Sergeant who brings over 8 years of hands-on expertise in real estate construction to Seneca Cost Segregation. As a Principal Broker and Licensed Contractor, Paul successfully flipped over 150 homes in just four years and led ground-up multi-family development projects across the country. Having leveraged cost segregation personally since 2018 to maximize returns on his own office and residential properties, Paul co-founded Seneca to make the same powerful tax strategy accessible to investors nationwide at an affordable price point and delivered on time. His construction background gives Seneca a unique engineering advantage when analyzing complex office building components and systems.
Chairman
Howard Hirsch serves as Chairman of Seneca Cost Segregation, providing executive leadership and strategic oversight to the firm's continued national expansion. With deep experience in financial services and real estate advisory, Howard helps guide Seneca's direction as it scales its engineering-based cost segregation services to property owners across all 50 states, including California's dynamic real estate market. His leadership ensures the company maintains its commitment to technical excellence, client satisfaction, and IRS-compliant study delivery that protects clients through every phase of property ownership.
President/Treasurer
Harry Papp serves as President and Treasurer of Seneca Cost Segregation, overseeing the company's operational and financial integrity. His dual role ensures that client investments in cost segregation studies generate maximum ROI through rigorous financial management and disciplined operational processes. Harry's leadership directly supports Seneca's ability to deliver studies on time and within budget a standard that has helped the firm achieve a 95% client referral rate and an average first-year deduction of $171,243 for property owners across California and the rest of the nation.
Merle Rosskam
CEO
The 30-30-30 rule is a general guideline suggesting restaurants allocate roughly 30% of revenue to food costs, 30% to labor, and 30% to overhead leaving 10% as profit. Cost segregation directly improves that final margin by reducing federal tax liability through accelerated depreciation on your building and improvements, effectively increasing cash available for reinvestment.
Talk to a Seneca engineer for a free consultation and savings estimate tailored to your restaurant property.
Seneca Cost Segregation serves restaurant owners and commercial property operators across all 50 states with on-site and virtual study options.
All 50 States
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10,200+
Studies Completed
95%
Client Referral Rate
We serve restaurant owners in every state, virtually or on-site. Confirm your eligibility today.
Member of the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals.
Certified Cost Segregation Professional designation from ASCSP.
Five-star average rating from satisfied clients nationwide.
Tell us about your restaurant property and we'll provide a no-obligation savings estimate and ROI analysis typically within 24 hours. No commitment required.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 530-797-6539. You can also send us a quick email at info@senecacostseg.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 530-797-6539. You can also send us a quick email at info@senecacostseg.com.