Tacoma property owners are discovering a powerful tax strategy that turns 20–40% of their building costs into immediate deductions. Our engineering-based cost segregation studies identify assets in your Tacoma property that qualify for accelerated depreciation, delivering average first-year tax savings of $171,243. Whether you own apartments in Stadium District, commercial buildings near the port, or multifamily units in North End, we help you keep more of what you earn.
Comprehensive tax strategy solutions designed to maximize your Tacoma property's depreciation benefits and cash flow.
Comprehensive analysis that reclassifies property components into 5, 7, or 15-year depreciation schedules instead of 27.5 or 39 years. Includes virtual or on-site inspection, detailed engineering report, depreciation schedules, and implementation support with typical ROI of 10-25:1.
Claim missed depreciation on properties purchased or renovated up to 15 years ago. Use IRS Form 3115 to capture all missed deductions in one year without amending prior returns. Perfect for Tacoma investors who didn't know about cost segregation when they acquired their properties.
Convenient video-based property inspections that eliminate travel costs and speed up turnaround times to 2-3 weeks. Complete real-time component identification and classification from your Tacoma property without disrupting your schedule.
Expedited study completion in as little as one week for urgent tax deadlines. Available when you need fast results to meet specific filing requirements or year-end planning deadlines for your Tacoma property portfolio.
Post-study implementation assistance included at no charge. Our team works directly with your CPA to review findings, prepare depreciation schedules, and ensure seamless integration of tax benefits into your returns.
Lifetime audit protection included with every study at no additional cost. We defend your report, respond to IRS inquiries, and provide supporting documentation for as long as you own your Tacoma property.
Most Tacoma property owners overpay taxes because they depreciate their entire building over 27.5 or 39 years. Our engineering-based studies identify components like electrical systems, HVAC, flooring, and site improvements that legally qualify for 5, 7, or 15-year depreciation. This accelerates deductions, reduces taxable income, and frees up capital for your next investment. With Tacoma's growing commercial real estate market and port-area development, strategic depreciation planning is essential for competitive investors.
Join 10,200+ property owners nationwide who have unlocked millions in tax savings through our studies.
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."
"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."
"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."
"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."
"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."
"Their team was incredibly professional, prompt, and easy to work with."
"Seamless experience with great results. Highly recommend!"
We're not just consultants—we're real estate investors who built this company to solve our own tax challenges.
Founded by Marine Corps Sergeant and real estate investor Paul Spies, who's flipped 150+ homes and used cost segregation since 2018. We understand Tacoma's market because we invest here too.
Our in-house technology and licensed engineers deliver IRS-compliant studies with proprietary methodology. Over 10,200 properties assessed with an average first-year deduction of $171,243.
Most studies completed in 2-4 weeks, not the industry standard of 4-8 weeks. Rush service available for one-week delivery when Tacoma tax deadlines approach.
Iron-clad AuditDefense guarantee included at no charge for as long as you own your property. If an audit occurs and the study has a material issue, we'll refund your study cost.
Real estate investors serving real estate investors across the Pacific Northwest.
Co-Founder and CEO
Dylan Scandalios is a multi-family property investor in the Pacific Northwest with extensive experience closing millions of dollars of business for both public and private companies along the West Coast. As CEO and Co-Founder of Seneca Cost Segregation, Dylan has helped real estate investors save millions on their taxes through strategic cost segregation planning. His deep understanding of the Tacoma and PNW real estate markets allows him to identify unique tax-saving opportunities for local property owners. Dylan's expertise as a Cost Segregation Expert combined with his investor perspective ensures clients receive practical, results-driven tax strategies that align with their investment goals. He's committed to helping Americans keep more of their hard-earned money through smart tax planning.
Co-Founder
Paul Spies, a Marine Corps Sergeant, brings over 8 years of expertise in real estate construction and investment to Seneca Cost Segregation. As a Principal Broker and Licensed Contractor, Paul has successfully flipped over 150 homes in just 4 years and led ground-up multi-family development projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. Having used cost segregation strategies since 2018 on his own investment properties, Paul experienced firsthand how powerful this tax tool can be for building wealth. He co-founded Seneca Cost Segregation to bring the same competitive edge he benefited from to investors throughout Tacoma and beyond—at an affordable price with on-time delivery. Paul's hands-on construction experience and intimate knowledge of Tacoma's building codes and regulations give him unique insight into identifying qualifying assets that other firms might miss.
A cost segregation study is an engineering-based tax strategy that analyzes your Tacoma property to identify building components that can be depreciated over 5, 7, or 15 years instead of the standard 27.5 or 39 years. Components like electrical systems, HVAC, flooring, landscaping, and site improvements qualify for accelerated depreciation. This dramatically increases your deductions in early years, reduces taxable income, and improves cash flow—allowing you to reinvest capital faster in Tacoma's competitive real estate market.
Get a free savings estimate and ROI analysis from our cost segregation experts today.
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Find out how much you could save with a cost segregation study. No obligation, no cost—just a clear picture of your potential tax benefits.
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