About Us
CDK Cost Segregation is a cost segregation firm based in Columbus, Ohio. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to helping our clients optimize their tax savings through cost segregation studies. We work closely with our clients to identify and reclassify assets, accelerating their depreciation and reducing their tax liability.
Our blend of engineering, construction, and accounting backgrounds provide the right recipe for your success.
Please call 614-359-1935 to see how cost segregation can help reduce your tax burden and unlock greater cash flow and profitability on your real estate investments.
Randy Coleman
The Accountant
Randy provides an abundance of skills and a robust financial background to CDK Cost Segregation. Graduating Summa Cum Laude from The Ohio State University’s Honors Accounting Program in 1991, he earned his Certified Public Accountant license in Ohio.
Randy kicked off his professional journey at Price Waterhouse in Pittsburgh, PA, and Columbus, OH, gaining valuable experience during his eight years in public accounting.
His career continued to flourish at The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) in Marysville, OH, where Randy held various roles over 21 years, ultimately serving as Chief Financial Officer and EVP of the Fortune 1000 company for seven years.
In 2021, Randy co-founded and assumed the role of CFO at Dairy Biogas Company in Cincinnati, OH.
In 2023, Randy co-founded CDK Cost Segregation, marking a new chapter in his professional journey. His extensive financial expertise positions him as a key contributor to the company.
Patrick Donley
The Real Estate Professional
Patrick brings a wealth of real estate experience to CDK Cost Segregation, contributing both as an investor and a hands-on operator with a substantial background in renovating and selling single-family homes, apartments, and commercial property throughout his professional career. A graduate of Miami University in 1991 with a degree in Finance, Patrick’s early career took him to Vietnam, where he worked for The Vietnam Investment Review, gaining insights into international markets.
Patrick’s early exposure to real estate, growing up in a family involved in homebuilding and development, naturally fueled his long-term interest in the field. In 2015, Patrick founded The Wexford Group, a home renovation company focused on Franklinton, OH, showcasing his commitment to revitalizing local communities. With his wife, Molly, he operates Open Sky Spaces which provides office space to mental health therapists in private practice.
He has also hosted a popular podcast centered around real estate investments and related businesses for The Investor’s Podcast Network.
In 2023, Patrick co-founded CDK Cost Segregation, bringing his extensive real estate background and hands-on experience to the business. His role in the company leverages his deep understanding of real estate dynamics.
Chris King
The Engineer
Chris brings a unique blend of engineering expertise and broad-based management experience to the CDK Cost Segregation team. With a career spanning Engineering, IT, Business Development, and Construction Management, he offers a well-rounded perspective on property development and asset management. Chris graduated from The Ohio State University in 1993 with a degree in Electrical Engineering and later earned his MBA from Ohio State in 1998.
Throughout his career, Chris has held key roles at organizations including Worthington Industries, OhioHealth, Sphere Electrical, and COhatch, leading projects in construction, renovation, and operational strategy. In 2023, he co-founded RE Cost Seg Solutions, applying his engineering and construction background to the highly specialized field of cost segregation. Chris leverages his technical knowledge to analyze properties, allocate asset classes into appropriate depreciable categories, and develop comprehensive, engineering-based cost segregation studies that help clients maximize tax benefits.
A Simple 4-Part Process…
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Request Your Free Proposal
Provide us with your basic property details and we will provide a free feasibility study. This information will form the backbone of your custom proposal that will include your estimated tax savings.
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Confirm Property Details
After signing an engagement letter, we collect any supporting documentation to begin our analysis of your property.
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Schedule a Site Visit
We prefer “boots on the ground” visits to ensure we do a thorough examination of your property.
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Unlock Tax Savings
Our team will evaluate your property details and create your custom report. Once completed we provide a final pdf report as well as the fixed asset schedule to share with your accountant.