ROOM42 vs DIY Cost Seg
A do-it-yourself platform for residential cost segregation.
See how we stack up against the competition. We're confident we offer the best value, speed, and accuracy in the industry.
A do-it-yourself platform for residential cost segregation.
A national tax specialty firm offering full-service and software solutions like the Residential Cost Segregator.
A specialist firm focused almost exclusively on cost seg for commercial properties.
Large, engineer-led provider for larger commercial and institutional projects.
Focuses on full-service tax strategy and remote study workflows for strategic portfolios.
Highly specialized, engineering-only firm known for LEED/sustainable and complex projects.
National provider known for its 'Smart Tour' remote studies and multifamily focus.
Boutique provider cited for methodology, experience, and nationwide coverage.
CPA firm with a dedicated cost seg practice.
Large national advisory firm with a long-running real estate practice.
Big national accounting firm serving middle-market and institutional clients.
Winner: Room42
For owners of 1-10 properties, traditional firms are too expensive ($2k+), and DIY is too risky. Room42 hits the "sweet spot" with professional-grade engineering data at a DIY-friendly price point, with no site visits required.
Winner: Room42
If you need to file your taxes *now*, you can't wait 4-8 weeks for a report. Room42 is the only provider that delivers an audit-ready study instantly upon completion of the simple wizard.
Winner: Room42
CPAs need reliable, defensible data without the hassle. Room42 generates detailed reports including Form 4562 data, depreciation schedules, and method descriptions that you can plug directly into your tax software.
Winner: Room42 (up to $5M)
For commercial properties under $5M in basis, paying $5,000+ for a study kills your ROI. Room42 handles these properties efficiently, maximizing your tax savings without the heavy fee load.
Get your full audit-ready report in minutes, not weeks.
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Professional quality at a fraction of the traditional cost.