Recapture is a seller's right to reclaim previously sold assets within a specified timeframe. Explore how it functions in transactions and tax adjustments.

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.

I do real estate tax consulting, and a common question is when “depreciation recapture” is recognized when real estate is sold. There are two types of recapture rules, one that applies to personal ...

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 ...