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Section 168(k) Bonus Depreciation After OBBBA
New Section 168(n) for Qualified Production Property, Claiming 100% Depreciation Deduction
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Description
Prior to OBBBA, bonus depreciation was phased out by an additional 20% annually, so that the 100% deduction allowed in 2022 was slated to be 40% for 2025. OBBBA has permanently restored the 100% deduction and added a new deduction for QPP. Qualified property, including certain nonresidential real estate subject to 39-year depreciation, can be immediately expensed if the qualifying criteria are met.
The interplay with Section 179 and whether it or bonus depreciation is more valuable remains a critical tax-saving determination. Since bonus depreciation is mandatory, tax professionals must understand Section 168(k) requirements and the new Section 168(n) to determine whether property qualifies, and how, in some instances, to elect out of bonus depreciation treatment.
Listen as our experienced panel provides a thorough and practical exploration of Section 168(k) bonus depreciation provisions, outlines the new QPP rules, and offers scenarios applying the guidelines to maximize taxpayer savings.
Presented By

Mr. McGuire's client work concentrates on depreciation law, fixed assets and cost segregation. Before founding the firm, he worked in consulting and management roles with Big Four firms.

As a Principal, Mr. Sharma specializes in Cost Segregation and Fixed Assets in the northeast regional market. He joined KBKG as a Senior Manager in 2015. Based in New York City, Mr. Sharma has over 17 years of experience conducting fixed asset depreciation reviews, purchase price allocations, cost segregation studies, Section 179D energy efficient analyses, repairs/maintenance cost analyses, and pre-construction tax consulting services.
Prior to joining KBKG in 2015, Mr. Sharma worked for six years as a tax manager with PricewaterhouseCoopers in New York City with their Tax Projects Delivery Group providing similar value-add tax credits and incentive consulting services. Prior to PwC, his experience also included five years at a boutique consulting firm in New Jersey where he was engaged in various tax fixed asset and cost segregation consulting projects including fair market valuation studies and machinery & equipment appraisals.
Mr. Sharma’s technical knowledge spans various specialty tax projects and his experience includes a diverse mix of clients in all industries. Throughout his career, he has been responsible for project management, client deliverables, client relationships, business development efforts, recruitment, staff leadership/training, and continued education presentations.
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BARBRI is a NASBA CPE sponsor and this 110-minute webinar is accredited for 2.0 CPE credits.
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BARBRI is an IRS-approved continuing education provider offering certified courses for Enrolled Agents (EA) and Tax Return Preparers (RTRP).
Date + Time
- event
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
- schedule
1:00 p.m. ET./10:00 a.m. PT
Outline
I. 168(k) bonus depreciation provisions after OBBBA
II. Qualifying property under 168(k)
III. Bonus depreciation for QPP
IV. Percentage deductible by year
V. Section 179 vs. 168(k) deductions
VI. Calculating the depreciation deduction
VII. Electing out
VIII. State treatment of bonus depreciation
IX. Planning opportunities and risks
Benefits
The panel will discuss these and other priority topics:
- What rules determine whether property qualifies for the 100% first-year depreciation deduction under Section 168(k)?
- New IRC Section 168(n) for QPP
- When should a taxpayer elect out of bonus depreciation treatment?
- When is Section 179 a better alternative to bonus depreciation?
NASBA Details
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Identify situations when electing out of bonus depreciation could benefit a taxpayer
- Determine how state treatment of bonus depreciation varies
- Decide what property qualifies as QPP under new Section 168(n)
- Ascertain when Section 179 is more advantageous than the 168(k) deduction
- Field of Study: Taxes
- Level of Knowledge: Intermediate
- Advance Preparation: None
- Teaching Method: Seminar/Lecture
- Delivery Method: Group-Internet (via computer)
- Attendance Monitoring Method: Attendance is monitored electronically via a participant's PIN and through a series of attendance verification prompts displayed throughout the program
- Prerequisite:
Three years+ business or public firm experience preparing complex tax forms and schedules, supervising other preparers or accountants. Specific knowledge and understanding of individual income taxation, including itemized deductions, individual income tax credits, net operating loss limitations including carrybacks and carryforwards.

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BARBRI is an IRS-approved continuing education provider offering certified courses for Enrolled Agents (EA) and Tax Return Preparers (RTRP).

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