Cost Segregation Study
A comprehensive engineering-based analysis that reclassifies your property's assets into shorter depreciation periods 5, 7, or 15 years to generate significant first-year tax deductions and improved cash flow.
Texas real estate investors leave millions in tax savings on the table every year. Seneca Cost Segregation delivers IRS-compliant, engineering-based cost segregation studies that reclassify your property assets and accelerate depreciation helping you save 20–40% on federal taxes. With over 10,200 studies completed nationwide and an average first-year deduction of $171,243, we help you keep more of what you earn and reinvest faster.
From standard studies to lookback analysis and rush delivery, we offer every cost segregation solution Texas property owners need.
A comprehensive engineering-based analysis that reclassifies your property's assets into shorter depreciation periods 5, 7, or 15 years to generate significant first-year tax deductions and improved cash flow.
Claim missed depreciation on properties placed in service up to 15 years ago, without amending prior tax returns. We use IRS Form 3115 to capture all missed deductions in a single tax year.
Complete your property inspection via a convenient 30–45 minute video call. Virtual tours reduce costs, eliminate travel disruptions, and deliver your study results in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Every study comes backed by the Seneca AuditDefense guarantee full IRS audit support at no additional charge for as long as you own the property, including a potential study cost refund if a material issue arises.
We work directly with your CPA or tax professional to implement depreciation schedules seamlessly into your tax returns, ensuring every dollar of savings is accurately captured and IRS-compliant.
Need your study before a tax deadline? Our expedited rush service delivers fully engineered cost segregation studies in as little as one week, so you never miss a critical filing window.
We assess your Texas property's eligibility, run a preliminary savings estimate, and walk you through the projected ROI all at no cost. Whether you own a Houston office complex or a multifamily property in Dallas, we'll show you exactly what's on the table before you commit.
See how Texas property owners and real estate investors are saving tens of thousands with Seneca Cost Segregation.
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"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."
"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"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."
"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"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."
"Extremely professional and efficient in their cost set analysis. Great communication and transparency. Will be using them going forward on all my properties."
Over 10,200+ engineered cost segregation studies completed across the United States. Average first-year tax deduction: $171,243
Studies Completed
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Partners
"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 We combine engineering precision, real estate investor experience, and cutting-edge technology to deliver results Texas property owners can count on.
With over 10,200 engineering-based studies completed nationwide including properties across Texas our track record speaks for itself.
Founded by a Marine Corps veteran and a seasoned real estate investor, we bring discipline, integrity, and real-world investment experience to every engagement.
Every study includes our iron-clad AuditDefense a full IRS audit support at no added cost for the life of your ownership, with a potential money-back guarantee.
We complete most studies in 2–4 weeks, half the industry standard so Texas investors can implement savings well before year-end tax deadlines.
Real estate investors and engineers dedicated to maximizing your tax 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.
Cost segregation is an IRS-approved tax strategy that reclassifies components of a commercial or residential investment property from 27.5- or 39-year depreciation schedules into shorter 5-, 7-, or 15-year categories. For Texas property owners, this accelerates deductions and generates significant cash flow in the early years of ownership, turning 20–40% of property costs into immediate tax savings without any change in how you operate the property.
Speak with a Seneca cost segregation expert for a free, no-obligation consultation and savings estimate.
Seneca Cost Segregation serves real estate investors and property owners across Texas and all 50 states with engineering-based studies.
All 50 States
Service Coverage
10,200+
Studies Completed
95%
Client Referral Rate
We serve all Texas markets and every state nationwide, contact us to confirm coverage for your property.
Member of the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals
Certified Cost Segregation Professional designation from ASCSP
Perfect five-star rating from satisfied clients nationwide
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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.