Buying or leasing-to-own a new copier before December 31 can meaningfully cut your 2025 tax bill—while improving print quality, uptime, and security for the year ahead. Two key provisions often apply to business copiers and MFPs: Section 179 expensing and bonus depreciation (when the device qualifies). Below is a plain-English snapshot to help you plan before year-end.
Why year-end timing matters
For tax purposes, equipment generally must be placed in service by December 31—not just ordered—to claim the deduction for 2025. That means your copier is delivered, installed, and available for business use this year.
Section 179: Expense it in the year you put it to work
Section 179 lets many businesses expense the full purchase price of qualifying equipment—like a business copier—in the year it’s placed in service, up to annual limits. This deduction can apply even if the copier is financed (subject to use and taxable-income rules).
- Deduct up to the annual Section 179 limit for 2025 on eligible equipment.
- The deduction applies in the year the copier is placed in service.
- Financing often still qualifies—so you can preserve cash and take the write-off.
Bonus depreciation: Potential 100% write-off on qualified property
Recent federal changes reinstated 100% bonus depreciation for certain qualified property acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025 (with special transitional percentages for early-January placements). If your copier qualifies, that can mean writing off the remaining basis not covered by Section 179.
In practice for many small and mid-sized firms:
- Use Section 179 first on eligible copiers/MFPs.
- Apply bonus depreciation to any remaining qualifying basis.
- Result: a potential full first-year write-off—even on financed equipment (subject to rules).
What qualifies?
Most tangible business equipment like copiers and multifunction printers used more than 50% for business typically falls under Section 179 and may qualify for bonus depreciation. Your facts matter—model, use, related-party rules, and placed-in-service timing—so confirm with your CPA.
Why act now with Town Business Systems
- Fast delivery and setup to meet year-end placed-in-service requirements
- Right-sized recommendations (print volume, finishing, security, scan workflows)
- Flexible acquisition options to fit budget and cash-flow goals
- Local service since 1973 to minimize downtime next year
Act now to maximize your tax savings
Next step: Don’t wait until the last minute — every day counts for year-end tax savings! Contact Town Business Systems today to explore our full line of copiers and multifunction printers. We’ll help you choose the right system, arrange fast delivery and setup before December 31, and ensure you’re positioned to take advantage of Section 179 and bonus depreciation.
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Disclaimer: This article is general information, not tax advice. Tax rules change and your situation is unique—please consult your CPA or tax advisor.