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OBBBA Explained | Bitcoin Mining Bonus Depreciation & Tax Advantages

OBBBA Explained: How 100% Bonus Depreciation Transforms Bitcoin Mining in 2025

An Investment Opportunity to Maximize After-Tax Profitability

Tax law rarely offers permanent opportunities, but the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) passed in 2025 does exactly that. For high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutions, it reinstates 100% bonus depreciation and expands Section 179 expensing, two provisions that dramatically improve the after-tax ROI of Bitcoin mining investments.

For allocators seeking both yield and tax efficiency, OBBBA opens a window that shouldn’t be ignored.

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OBBBA Explained | Bitcoin Mining Bonus Depreciation & Tax Advantages

What Is Bonus Depreciation and Why It Matters Now

Bonus depreciation allows businesses to immediately expense the cost of qualified assets, rather than depreciating them over several years.

For Bitcoin mining investors, this means:

  • A $200,000 investment in mining rigs can deliver a $200,000 deduction in Year 1.
  • Accelerated cost recovery improves cash flow and reduces taxable income immediately.
  • Depreciation deductions offset income from other business activities (when structured correctly).

OBBBA transforms mining rigs from a capital expense into a year-one tax shield.

Section 179 Expensing: A Boost for Mid-Sized Investors

Beyond bonus depreciation, OBBBA also expands Section 179 expensing:

  • Annual deduction limit increased to $2.5 million.
  • Ideal for mid-sized fleets that want to expense capital costs without being forced into multi-year schedules.
  • Applies to qualifying property, including mining equipment, infrastructure, and certain facility costs.

This provision levels the playing field, making Bitcoin mining tax-advantaged not just for institutions, but also for individual HNWIs.

Improved Interest and R&E Deductions

OBBBA doesn’t stop at depreciation:

  • Interest Deductions: Returns to an EBITDA basis, allowing miners using debt financing to deduct more interest expense, critical for capital-intensive operations.
  • Research & Experimental (R&E) Deductions: Immediate expensing of U.S. based R&D, encouraging innovation in efficiency, cooling technology, and automation.

For investors, this means greater leverage efficiency and support for operational optimization.

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The Placed-in-Service Rule: Don’t Miss the Window

To qualify for bonus depreciation, assets must be:

  • Purchased, installed, and operational (placed in service) within the tax year.
  • Owned by the investor, not just hosted under a provider’s umbrella contract.

Failing to meet these requirements means the deduction goes to the hosting provider, not the investor.

MiningStore helps investors comply by:

  • Documenting equipment ownership.
  • Logging installation and activation dates.
  • Providing transparent dashboards and lifecycle records to substantiate placed-in-service claims.

Investor Scenarios: W-2 vs 1099 Paths Under OBBBA

W-2 Employees

  • Must form an LLC to capture deductions.
  • Can offset W-2 salary income with mining business losses.
  • Eligible for the 20% Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction.

 

1099 Independent Contractors

  • Already operating as businesses, easier integration.
  • Mining LLC allows for liability protection and cleaner accounting.
  • Can combine mining deductions with existing self-employment income.

Both investor types must demonstrate active participation to avoid IRS passive classification. MiningStore supports this with ticketing systems, operational reports, and continuous investor communication logs.

Why OBBBA Makes 2025 the Optimal Year to Invest

  • Permanent 100% bonus depreciation means year-one deductions won’t vanish, but the sooner rigs are placed in service, the sooner investors reap cash flow benefits.
  • Expanded Section 179 expensing enables greater mid-market participation.
  • Improved financing rules make leveraged mining more efficient.

With institutional-grade infrastructure and compliance-first support, MiningStore helps investors translate OBBBA’s provisions into measurable tax savings.

Why Investors Choose MiningStore

MiningStore combines hosting infrastructure with investor-focused reporting and compliance.

  • Hydro- and Air-Cooled Facilities across Iowa with grid access.
  • Audit-Ready Dashboards for expense tracking and placed-in-service proof.
  • 180+ Clients Supported, from HNWIs to private equity firms.
  • ESG-Aligned Operations leveraging renewable-heavy grids.

By partnering with MiningStore, investors gain not only uptime and efficiency, but also the documentation and intelligence needed to maximize tax advantages under OBBBA.

Maximizing After-Tax Returns with Bitcoin Mining

OBBBA is a rare piece of legislation that tilts the playing field toward proactive investors. For Bitcoin mining, it creates a perfect alignment of infrastructure, yield, and tax efficiency.

Download the Investor’s Guide: Bitcoin Mining Tax Strategy 2025 to see how OBBBA can reshape your after-tax returns.

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or investment advice. Every investor’s situation is unique. Consult a qualified tax advisor, CPA, or legal professional before making tax-related decisions. Bitcoin mining involves financial, operational, and regulatory risks, and MiningStore makes no guarantees regarding specific outcomes.

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