- Mark as New
- Bookmark
- Subscribe
- Subscribe to RSS Feed
- Permalink
- Report Inappropriate Content
Under "Depreciation Method" for "Assets," what is the difference between "Straight Line" and "ADS"?
- Mark as New
- Bookmark
- Subscribe
- Subscribe to RSS Feed
- Permalink
- Report Inappropriate Content
Investors & landlords
ADS is Alternative Depreciation System. "Straight-Line" uses the General Depreciation System
Although ADS uses Straight Line, many types of assets are have a larger Recovery Period (number of years it is depreciated over). But in some cases, it is the same.
- Mark as New
- Bookmark
- Subscribe
- Subscribe to RSS Feed
- Permalink
- Report Inappropriate Content
Investors & landlords
Here is some more information about the straight line method:
Straight Line Method
This method lets you deduct the same amount of depreciation each year over the useful life of the property. To figure your deduction, first determine the adjusted basis, salvage value, and estimated useful life of your property. Subtract the salvage value, if any, from the adjusted basis. The balance is the total depreciation you can take over the useful life of the property.
Learn more from the IRS here.
**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"