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Cost Segregation Studies in Louisiana — Save 20–40% on Taxes

Louisiana real estate investors: stop overpaying the IRS. Seneca Cost Segregation's engineering-based studies reclassify your property assets into shorter depreciation schedules, turning 20–40% of your property costs into immediate tax savings. From New Orleans multifamily buildings to Baton Rouge commercial properties, we deliver audit-defended reports in 2–4 weeks with an average first-year deduction of $171,243.

Engineering team conducting a cost segregation property analysis for a Louisiana real estate investor

Our Cost Segregation Services

Comprehensive engineering-based tax strategies designed to maximize depreciation deductions and accelerate cash flow for Louisiana property owners.

Cost Segregation Study

A full engineering-based analysis that reclassifies property assets into 5, 7, or 15-year depreciation schedules, delivering an average first-year deduction of $171,243 with audit defense included at no extra charge.

Lookback Study

Claim missed depreciation on properties purchased or renovated up to 15 years ago—without amending prior returns. We use IRS Form 3115 to capture all missed deductions in a single tax year.

Virtual Property Tours

Schedule a convenient 30–45 minute video call inspection instead of an on-site visit. Virtual tours reduce costs, eliminate travel delays, and typically deliver your completed study in just 2–3 weeks.

IRS Audit Defense

Every study includes our Seneca AuditDefense guarantee—we handle all IRS inquiries, provide supporting documentation, and defend your report for as long as you own the property, at zero additional cost.

CPA Coordination & Support

Our team works directly with your accountant to implement depreciation schedules into current or prior-year tax returns, ensuring seamless, compliant integration of your cost segregation benefits.

Rush Service

Need results before a tax deadline? Our expedited service delivers a fully engineered cost segregation report in as little as one week to meet your most time-sensitive filing requirements.

Seneca Cost Segregation engineer analyzing a Louisiana commercial property for a cost segregation report

Our Simple 3-Step Cost Segregation Process

Step 1: Free Consultation & Savings Estimate

We assess your Louisiana property's eligibility, provide a transparent preliminary savings estimate and ROI projection, and explain exactly how cost segregation will benefit your specific portfolio—no obligation, no upfront cost.

Step 2: Property Inspection & Documentation

Step 3: Engineering Analysis & Report Delivery

Trusted By Investors

Client Success Stories

See how Louisiana property owners are saving tens of thousands in taxes with Seneca Cost Segregation.

"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 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

"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

"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 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'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

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

Trent Hanson

"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"

Kim Giardino
Kim Giardino

"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 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

"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

"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 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'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

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

Trent Hanson

"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"

Kim Giardino
Kim Giardino

"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 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

"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

"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 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'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

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

Trent Hanson

"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"

Kim Giardino
Kim Giardino
The Seneca Difference

Why Choose Seneca Cost Segregation?

Louisiana real estate investors deserve a cost segregation partner with proven methodology, deep local market awareness, and an unwavering commitment to IRS-compliant results.

10,200+ Studies

Our engineering team has completed over 10,200 cost segregation studies nationwide—including properties across Louisiana's diverse commercial and residential real estate market.

Veteran-Owned

Founded by a Marine Corps veteran and seasoned real estate investors who understand the discipline and precision required to deliver audit-proof, IRS-compliant studies every time.

Audit-Backed Guarantee

Every Louisiana client receives our Seneca AuditDefense guarantee—full IRS defense coverage for the life of your property ownership at no additional charge, backed by a potential study cost refund.

2–4 Week Delivery

While the industry average is 4–8 weeks, we deliver complete engineering reports in just 2–4 weeks, so your CPA can implement savings before Louisiana tax deadlines pass.

Meet the Seneca Team

Experienced engineers and real estate investors dedicated to maximizing your tax savings.

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 co-founding Seneca Cost Segregation, Dylan closed millions of dollars in business for both public and private companies along the West Coast. His hands-on experience as a real estate investor gives him a ground-level understanding of the tax challenges Louisiana and nationwide property owners face. Under Dylan's leadership, Seneca has helped real estate investors save millions on their taxes, growing the firm to over 10,200 completed studies nationwide. His investor-first philosophy ensures every client receives a study tailored to their specific portfolio goals—not a one-size-fits-all template—making Seneca the trusted choice for serious real estate investors seeking maximum, IRS-compliant depreciation benefits.

Paul Spies, Co-Founder of Seneca Cost Segregation

Paul Spies

Co-Founder

Paul Spies is a Marine Corps Sergeant whose military discipline and precision translate directly into the rigorous engineering methodology Seneca applies to every cost segregation study. With over 8 years of expertise in real estate construction, Paul served as a Principal Broker and Licensed Contractor, successfully flipping over 150 homes in 4 years and leading ground-up multi-family development projects. Having personally used cost segregation since 2018, Paul co-founded Seneca to give every real estate investor—from Louisiana residential landlords to large commercial property owners—access to the same powerful, affordable tax strategy he relied on to build his own portfolio. His deep construction knowledge enables Seneca's team to identify asset reclassification opportunities that generalist providers routinely miss.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a cost segregation study and how does it save me money?

A cost segregation study is an engineering-based tax analysis that reclassifies components of your real estate property from 27.5- or 39-year depreciation schedules into shorter 5-, 7-, or 15-year categories. This front-loads your depreciation deductions, reducing your taxable income in the near term and increasing your annual cash flow. Clients typically save 20–40% of their property's depreciable basis in accelerated deductions.

Is cost segregation legal and IRS-approved?

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Still Have Questions About Cost Segregation?

Speak with a Louisiana cost segregation expert for a free, no-obligation consultation and savings estimate.

Serving Louisiana Property Owners

Seneca Cost Segregation delivers engineering-based studies to real estate investors across every Louisiana market, from major metros to rural parishes.

All 50 States

Service Coverage

10,200+

Studies Completed

$171,243

Avg. First-Year Savings

Do We Service Your Louisiana Area?

We cover all Louisiana parishes and markets. Contact us to confirm service in your area.

Certified & Trusted

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 credential from ASCSP

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5.0 Client Rating

Perfect 5-star rating from satisfied clients nationwide

Ready to Unlock Your Louisiana Property's Hidden Tax Savings?

Complete the form below for a free, no-obligation consultation. A Seneca cost segregation specialist will review your property details, provide a preliminary savings estimate, and explain exactly how much you could save—typically within one business day.

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