15 years of Collaboration: Heidi and Michael on Building ETS and Saving Clients Millions

Summary
What if you could unlock thousands—or even millions—in hidden tax savings just by understanding how your building is classified? In this episode, Heidi Henderson welcomes Michael D'Onofrio, Chief Product Officer at Engineered Tax Services and a veteran with over 18 years in specialty tax consulting. Mike has worked alongside some of the largest real estate developers and investors in the country, and today he breaks down cost segregation, one of the most potent yet underutilized tax strategies for real estate investors. Beyond cost seg, Mike shares how ETS has expanded its services to deliver comprehensive tax solutions, from R&D credits to energy incentives, helping clients and CPA firms maximize every opportunity in the tax code. Whether you're an investor looking to accelerate depreciation or a professional seeking to better serve your clients, this episode delivers the insights you need to transform tax planning into wealth building.

Key Topics Covered:

-Mike's 18-year journey in specialty tax consulting and what he's learned working with the nation's largest real estate developers and investors
-Cost segregation explained: what it is, how it works, and why it's a game-changer for real estate investors
-The property types and client profiles that benefit most from cost segregation studies
-Real-world case study showcasing the transformational impact of a cost seg strategy
-ETS's expanded service offerings, including R&D tax credits, 179D energy incentives, and insurance services
-How these specialty tax strategies work together to create a comprehensive wealth-building approach
-What sets Engineered Tax Services apart in the specialty tax industry, and why clients trust their expertise
-The biggest opportunities for real estate investors and business owners in the coming years
-Essential advice for CPAs and investors looking to maximize tax incentives and capture every legal deduction

About Michael D'Onofrio
Michael D'Onofrio is the Chief Product Officer at Engineered Tax Services, where he leads operations and drives the development of innovative service lines that deliver maximum value to clients and CPA firms nationwide. With over 18 years of experience in specialty tax and consulting, Mike has built a reputation for working with some of the largest real estate developers and investors in the country, helping them unlock significant tax savings through cost segregation and other advanced strategies. His expertise spans the full spectrum of specialty tax services, and his commitment to education and client success has made him a trusted leader in the industry.

Connect with Michael D'Onofrio:
LinkedIn:   / michaelfdonofrio  
Instagram:   / mfdonofrio  

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Specialty Tax and Cost Segregation
11:01 Understanding Cost Segregation
21:04 Client Profiles and Material Participation
26:10 Expanding Services at Engineered Tax Services
26:39 Exploring Equipment Investment Strategies
31:50 Innovative Financing Options for Clean Energy
36:24 Understanding R&D Tax Credits
40:50 Differentiating Engineered Tax Services
45:44 Proactive Tax Planning for Investors