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Cost Segregation Services for Single Family Homes

Owning a single-family rental property comes with significant tax advantages most investors never fully capture. Seneca Cost Segregation delivers engineering-based cost segregation studies that reclassify your property's components into shorter depreciation schedules—unlocking substantial first-year deductions, boosting cash flow, and helping you reinvest faster in your next property.

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Our Cost Segregation Services

Comprehensive cost segregation solutions for single-family home investors—from initial study to IRS audit defense and everything in between.

Cost Segregation Study

A full engineering-based analysis that reclassifies your single-family home's components into 5, 7, or 15-year depreciation schedules—delivering average first-year deductions of $171,243 and ROI ratios of 10–25:1.

Lookback Study

Claim missed depreciation on single-family properties placed in service up to 15 years ago—without amending prior returns. We use IRS Form 3115 to capture all unclaimed deductions in a single tax year.

Virtual Property Tours

A convenient 30–45 minute video call inspection replaces costly on-site visits, reducing study costs and delivering completed reports in just 2–3 weeks—no disruption to your schedule or tenants.

IRS Audit Defense

Every study includes Seneca AuditDefense at no extra charge—lifetime coverage for the duration of your property ownership, with full IRS communication handling and a potential study-cost refund if a material issue arises.

CPA Coordination

Post-study support ensures seamless integration with your CPA or tax preparer. We coordinate directly with your accountant to implement depreciation schedules and Form 3115 filings accurately and efficiently.

Complimentary Tax Assessments

Beyond cost segregation, our team provides additional complimentary tax assessments across your full portfolio—identifying further savings opportunities from properties, partnerships, businesses, and assets.

Cost segregation engineer completing a property inspection and report for a single family home

Our Simple 3-Step Cost Segregation Process

Step 1: Free Consultation & Savings Estimate

We start with a no-cost consultation to assess your single-family rental's eligibility, provide a preliminary savings estimate, and give you a transparent breakdown of expected costs and projected ROI—so you know exactly what to expect before committing.

Step 2: Virtual Tour or On-Site Property Inspection

Step 3: Engineering Analysis & Report Delivery

Trusted By Investors

Client Success Stories

See how single-family home investors across the U.S. have unlocked significant tax savings with Seneca.

"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."

Jacob Basch
Jacob Basch

"Dylan and his team at Seneca Cost Segregation are extremely knowledgeable. When I explored their website, it was clear they knew their stuff. It offered a very professional approach to cost segregation, backed by years of experience."

Steven Schneider
Steven Schneider

"We contacted Seneca for a Cost Seg Study and they went above and beyond. Their eagerness to help and province of info will blow you away."

Brayant Rivera

"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."

Robert Riskin

"We contacted Dylan for a cost seg study and he went above and beyond Not only will their pricing be the best price you will find, his eagerness to help and province info will blow you away"

Jayce Parks
Jayce Parks

"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."

Trent H

"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."

Trent Hanson

"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"

Kim Giardino
Kim Giardino

"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
Eliot Varnum

"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."

Jacob Basch
Jacob Basch

"Dylan and his team at Seneca Cost Segregation are extremely knowledgeable. When I explored their website, it was clear they knew their stuff. It offered a very professional approach to cost segregation, backed by years of experience."

Steven Schneider
Steven Schneider

"We contacted Seneca for a Cost Seg Study and they went above and beyond. Their eagerness to help and province of info will blow you away."

Brayant Rivera

"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."

Robert Riskin

"We contacted Dylan for a cost seg study and he went above and beyond Not only will their pricing be the best price you will find, his eagerness to help and province info will blow you away"

Jayce Parks
Jayce Parks

"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."

Trent H

"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."

Trent Hanson

"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"

Kim Giardino
Kim Giardino

"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
Eliot Varnum

"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."

Jacob Basch
Jacob Basch

"Dylan and his team at Seneca Cost Segregation are extremely knowledgeable. When I explored their website, it was clear they knew their stuff. It offered a very professional approach to cost segregation, backed by years of experience."

Steven Schneider
Steven Schneider

"We contacted Seneca for a Cost Seg Study and they went above and beyond. Their eagerness to help and province of info will blow you away."

Brayant Rivera

"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."

Robert Riskin

"We contacted Dylan for a cost seg study and he went above and beyond Not only will their pricing be the best price you will find, his eagerness to help and province info will blow you away"

Jayce Parks
Jayce Parks

"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."

Trent H

"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."

Trent Hanson

"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"

Kim Giardino
Kim Giardino

"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
Eliot Varnum
The Seneca Difference

Why Choose Seneca Cost Segregation?

Seneca combines deep real estate expertise, engineering-grade precision, and investor-first values to deliver studies you can rely on.

Engineering Expertise

Over 12 years of experience and 10,200+ completed studies ensure precise, IRS-compliant reclassification for your single-family home.

Nationwide Reach

Deployed across all 50 states, we serve single-family home investors from coast to coast with consistent, high-quality studies.

Audit Protection

Every study includes lifetime AuditDefense at no extra cost—backed by a money-back guarantee for complete peace of mind.

Investor-Founded

Co-founded by active real estate investors who have personally used cost segregation—we understand exactly what single-family investors need.

Meet the Seneca Team

Real estate investors and engineers who understand your goals.

Dylan Scandalios, Co-Founder and CEO of Seneca Cost Segregation

Dylan Scandalios

Co-Founder and CEO

Dylan Scandalios is an active investor in multi-family properties across 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—building a deep understanding of deal structure, real estate finance, and tax strategy. As CEO, Dylan leads Seneca's mission to help real estate investors across all 50 states legally minimize their tax burden and accelerate portfolio growth. His investor-first perspective means every single-family home client receives guidance grounded in real-world ownership experience, not just theory. Under his leadership, Seneca has completed over 10,200 studies and achieved a 95% client referral rate.

Paul Spies, Co-Founder of Seneca Cost Segregation

Paul Spies

Co-Founder

Paul Spies brings a rare combination of military discipline, hands-on construction expertise, and real estate investment experience to Seneca Cost Segregation. As a Marine Corps Sergeant, Paul developed the leadership and precision that define Seneca's engineering-grade approach. With over 8 years in real estate construction, a Principal Broker license, and a Licensed Contractor designation, Paul successfully flipped over 150 homes in just 4 years and led ground-up multi-family development projects. Having personally leveraged cost segregation since 2018, Paul co-founded Seneca to make the same powerful tax strategy accessible to every real estate investor at an affordable, transparent price—with on-time delivery that investors can count on.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you cost seg a single family home?

Yes, cost segregation absolutely applies to single-family homes—provided the property is income-producing (a rental or investment property, not a primary residence). The study reclassifies components like flooring, appliances, landscaping, and specialty wiring into 5, 7, or 15-year depreciation schedules instead of the standard 27.5 years, generating significant front-loaded tax deductions.

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Can I claim cost segregation on a single family home I purchased several years ago?

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Will cost segregation work with my CPA's tax preparation process?

Still Have Questions About Cost Segregation?

Talk to a Seneca expert for a free consultation and savings estimate tailored to your property.

Our Nationwide Service Coverage

Seneca Cost Segregation serves single-family home investors in every state across the country.

All 50 States

Service Area

10,200+

Studies Completed

95%

Client Referral Rate

Do We Service Your Area?

We serve single-family home investors nationwide—reach out to confirm coverage in your state.

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Awards and Recognition

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ASCSP Membership

Member of the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals.

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CCSP Designation

Certified Cost Segregation Professional designation from ASCSP.

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Get Your Free Cost Segregation Savings Estimate

Complete the form below and a Seneca expert will assess your single-family home's eligibility, provide a preliminary savings estimate, and walk you through the next steps—at no cost and with no obligation.

Contact Us Today

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