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Benefits of Accelerated Depreciation. March 21, 2005. Marietta Computer Rentals. Depreciation Overview Comparison of Methods Benefits of Accelerated Depreciation Cost & Timeline Conclusion. Depreciation Overview. Current Method Straight-Line Definition Proposed Method Accelerated
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Benefits of Accelerated Depreciation March 21, 2005
Marietta Computer Rentals • Depreciation Overview • Comparison of Methods • Benefits of Accelerated Depreciation • Cost & Timeline • Conclusion
Depreciation Overview • Current Method • Straight-Line • Definition • Proposed Method • Accelerated • Definition
Comparison of Methods • Straight-Line • $625/year • Accelerated • $1500 year 1 • $750 year 2 • $125 year 3 • $125 year 4 Background: Cost $3000 Salvage Value $500 Useful Life 4 years
Comparison of Methods • Differences
Benefits of Accelerated Depreciation • Anticipates early benefit • Considers potential for obsolescence, or future inadequacy • Allows for inflation • Accelerates and increases tax deductions
Benefits of Accelerated Depreciation • Offsets future repairs and maintenance
Cost & Timeline • Cost—Minimal, Reward—Great • Timeline—Short
Conclusion • Change to Accelerated Depreciation • Benefits • Minimal Costs • Short Time to Change • Next Step