RE Cost Seg Review (2026)
Pricing, methodology, audit defense, and where this provider fits.
Editorial note: This review is published by Cost Seg Smart, which appears as a competitor on this site. Public-facing data only — pricing, methodology, and credentials reflect what the provider publishes. Pricing as of May 2026.
- Pricing
- $950 Rapid / $2,800+ Engineered
- Turnaround
- 3-5 weeks
- Methodology
- Engineering-based
- Site visit
- Optional
- CPA support
- Available
- Guarantee
- Not publicly stated
- Property types
- Real estate focused
- Founded
- Unknown
Pricing detail
Not published.
Pricing reflects publicly advertised rates as of May 2026. Quotes for specific properties may differ. The same IRS-compliant methodology applies regardless of price tier — what changes is delivery, engineering depth, audit defense scope, and turnaround. For context on typical rates, see our guide to how much a cost segregation study should cost.
Methodology and process
RE Cost Seg uses engineering-based. All US cost segregation studies — including this one — must follow the engineering-based methodology described in the IRS Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide and apply MACRS classification per Rev. Proc. 87-56. The framework is set by federal law; what varies across providers is execution depth, documentation, and audit defense scope.
Property-type fit
RE Cost Seg works with real estate focused. For investors evaluating providers by property type, our category rankings list STR-focused provider rankings and MF cost-seg providers.
Audit defense
CPA support: Available. Guarantee: Not publicly stated. Audit defense scope varies materially across providers, ranging from explicit IRS representation to no defense beyond report delivery — see the scoring methodology for how we evaluate this dimension.
Pros
- Real estate specialization
- Flexible on site visit requirement
Cons
- Very limited public information
- No published pricing
- Smaller firm
Verdict — who this is for
RE Cost Seg earns 6.8/10 in our scoring rubric. Best fit for commercial and multifamily owners who value engineering depth and traditional documentation. For investors comparing alternatives, the full 27-provider sortable table is on the homepage.
FAQ
How much does RE Cost Seg charge?
Rapid Report starts at $950 for residential properties ≤4 units with depreciable basis under $800K and capital improvements under $50K. Above those thresholds, Fully Engineered Residential starts at $2,800. Source: recostseg.com.
How long does a RE Cost Seg cost segregation study take?
Turnaround: 3-5 weeks. This is consistent with the 4–8 week traditional engineering benchmark.
Does RE Cost Seg require an on-site visit?
Optional. The IRS Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide (Pub 5653) does not require an on-site visit; it requires engineering-based methodology with documented support.
R.E. Cost Seg is the editor's pick for STR investors with property under their Rapid-Report cap (≤4 units, basis <$800K, capex <$50K). Above that or for other situations:
Pricing and operational details reflect public information as of May 2026. Provider corrections welcome via the submission form. This review is not legal, tax, or financial advice — confirm cost segregation suitability with your CPA before ordering a study.