Section 1245 A part of the IRS code stating that depreciable property that has been sold at a price in excess of depreciated or salvage value may qualify for favorable capital-gains tax treatment. Investopedia Says: This is generally a good thing for the seller. Generally capital gains taxation rates are more favorable than income tax, and under section 1245 they are even a little more advantageous. Related Terms: Accelerated Cost Recovery System-ACSR Accelerated Depreciation Assessed Value Capital Gains Depreciation General Depreciation System Salvage Value Section 1250 |