Depreciation recapture is the process by which the IRS reclaims tax benefits previously obtained through depreciation when an investor sells a depreciable asset for more than its depreciated value.

In a recent guide published by AirDNA, the company outlines the mechanics and strategic implications of rental property depreciation for both long- and ...

In practice, depreciation does not eliminate tax cost over time. It merely redistributes it. When an asset is eventually disposed of, depreciation recapture comes into play, a mec ...

Q: I am selling a house in the District of Columbia that I bought 10 years ago, renovated and have rented out as an investment ever since. I paid $400,000 and can now sell for $800,000. I immediately ...

Assets like equipment, vehicles and furniture lose value as they age. Parts wear out and pieces break, eventually requiring repair or replacement. Depreciation helps companies account for the ...

Most tangible assets lose value over time. Equipment wears out, buildings require regular maintenance and upkeep, and computers become obsolete. To reflect the steady loss of value in capital assets, ...

What is depreciation? Learn how it works, the main methods and how it impacts your business taxes and accounting.