Let’s assume a scenario where you filed for the credit for increasing research (“R&D credit”) and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) selected your return for examination/audit. At the conclusion of the audit, the IRS has two basic options: a “no change” or a “disallowance.” As much as everyone would like to receive a “no change,” … Read More
The following article is written by the IRS. View the original source here: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-debunks-tax-refund-myths. WASHINGTON ― With the July 15 tax deadline now past, the Internal Revenue Service reminds all taxpayers that there is no secret way to find out when a refund will be issued. Most taxpayers have already filed their federal tax return, … Read More
Subsequent to the acquisition of a property, taxpayers often incur capital expenditures related to property renovations and improvements. As this work occurs, the existing components are often removed or disposed of. IRC Section 1.168(i)-8(d)(2) allows taxpayers to realize a gain or loss by making an election to partially dispose the adjusted basis of the aforementioned … Read More
As featured in Accounting Today Some multinational companies can generate additional carryback tax loss relief through transfer pricing planning. Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, US corporations can now elect to carryback losses incurred in 2020 for a five-year period (2015 to 2019).[1] The Act was implemented to provide badly-needed cashflow … Read More
As featured in Accounting Today Internal Revenue Service examinations of the research tax credit can burden both the client and the IRS. Throughout most of its decades-long history, research credit audits have exposed areas of misunderstanding and, in many circumstances, led to major disagreements. There is little “bright line” guidance, and each examiner must consider … Read More
For the most up-to-date information on Qualified Improvement Property, see our latest post. With the passage of the CARES Act on Friday, March 27, 2020, Congress addressed the much anticipated “Retail Glitch” associated with the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). This rule previously prevented investments in qualified improvement property (QIP) from qualifying for … Read More
We understand this has been an extremely stressful time over the last ten days. The world has seemingly changed overnight with the global pandemic coupled with the meltdown of the financial markets. First and foremost, we need to consider the health and safety of our family & friends, team members, clients, and the community over … Read More
![[INTERVIEW] Alex Martin, Principal of Transfer Pricing](https://www.kbkg.com/wp-content/uploads/Alex-Martin-Interview-1.jpg "[INTERVIEW] Alex Martin, Principal of Transfer Pricing")
KBKG: Tell us about yourself, Alex. Alex: I grew up in the Tampa/St. Pete area, but I now reside in Michigan with my wife and daughter. I met my wife as an undergrad, attending school in New Orleans, a city that attracts people from all walks of life. I’ve always been interested in economics, which … Read More
![[WEBINAR] Tax Legislative Outlook for Real Estate](https://www.kbkg.com/wp-content/uploads/Copy-of-Tax-Legislative-Outlook-for-Real-Estate.jpg "[WEBINAR] Tax Legislative Outlook for Real Estate")
Our technical team at KBKG has been working with those in DC who endeavor to bring more certainty to the real estate industry. Tax extenders and technical corrections to tax reform such as the “retail glitch,” still need to be addressed, but there has been movement. As Congress continues negotiations on appropriations, a stage has … Read More