Pricing
Two studies. One fixed fee, stated up front.
Your proposal tells you which study fits and what it costs before you pay anything. Most single-family rentals qualify for the Express Study.
Engineered Study
from $1,950
Priced by size and complexity. Delivered in 15–20 business days.
Get my free proposal| Feature | Express Study | Engineered Study |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Single-family, condo, townhouse, 2–4 units | Any residential property, including 5+ units |
| Depreciable basis | Up to $1,200,000 | No limit |
| Renovations | Up to $80,000 | Any amount, with cost documents |
| Size | Up to 3,500 sq ft per unit | Any size |
| How we see the property | Guided questionnaire and your photos | 30–60 minute video walkthrough |
| Engineering | Cost model reviewed by an engineer | Component-level quantities and unit costs |
| Delivery | 5 business days | 15–20 business days |
| Report and Excel asset schedule | Included | Included |
| Written answers to IRS questions about the study | Included | Included |
- Form 3115 package
- $450
- For rentals already on a prior return
- Rush delivery
- +$500
- Engineered Study in 5 business days, when capacity allows
- Multiple properties
- Lower per-property fee
- Quoted in one proposal
Pricing questions
Why are your prices lower than some firms quote?
We only do homes, so the work repeats. The same components show up in nearly every house. Video walkthroughs replace travel. Commercial firms price residential work like a strip mall because their process is built for one.
A higher fee does not by itself mean a better study. The IRS Audit Techniques Guide judges a study on its method and documentation, not its price.
Do you charge a percentage of my savings?
No. The fee is fixed in your proposal. The IRS views contingency-fee studies as a reason for closer review, and we agree.
What does Form 3115 support include?
For rentals already on a prior return, the catch-up is claimed on Form 3115. For $450, we prepare the form and the §481(a) adjustment calculation for your CPA to review and file with your return.
Do you discount multiple properties?
Yes. Two or more properties in the same proposal get a lower per-property fee. List them all in your request.
When do I pay?
After you accept the proposal and before the study starts. If we find your property doesn't qualify for the study you chose, we tell you before charging anything.
See your savings next to the fee
Run the calculator for a quick estimate, or request a proposal for exact numbers and a fixed price.