Answer and Explanation:
The Residential properties are depreciated over 27.5 years
Then:
The total amount of depreciation is $15,635. We assume that the property is sold in 2015.
Therefore, depreciation will be allowed only for 5 years such that the annual depreciation will be $3127 for 5 years.
He saves $781.75 annually (0.25*$3127).
If he holds the property for 5 years and then sells it, his 5 years' worth of depreciation will have saved him $3908.75 and it a $10,000 gain taxed at a maximum of 15%
$10,000 gain taxed at a maximum of 25% (or 33% if the gain pushes the taxpayer into a higher tax bracket).
$10,000 gain taxed at a maximum of 25%