For business owners

Deduct the whole equipment purchase this year.

Normally business equipment is depreciated slowly, a little each year. Section 179 lets you deduct the entire cost in the year you buy it, when you actually spent the money.

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See how it works through one simple example.

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You bought equipment or assets for your business.
The asset generally must be in service this year to count.

Here is the idea, in plain words

Normally a twenty five thousand dollar purchase is depreciated over years, a small deduction at a time.

Section 179 lets you deduct the entire amount in the year you buy and place it in service.

The full write-off lands now, right when you made the investment.

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What to watch out for

The honest version.

  • The deduction generally cannot exceed your business income for the year.
  • Selling the asset early can claw back part of the deduction.
  • The asset must be in service, not just ordered.

Common questions

What qualifies?

Most business equipment and certain other property placed in service during the year.

Section 179 vs bonus depreciation?

Both accelerate the write-off. Deduckt applies whichever fits your situation.

Is there a limit?

Yes, annual dollar caps apply, and the deduction is limited by business income.

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