5 Reasons to Claim the R&D Tax Credit in 2026
In 2026, the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit remains one of the most valuable tools for U.S. companies investing in innovation. Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), domestic research expenses are once again fully deductible, restoring a key tax…
July 6th Amended Return Deadline for 174 Costs
Eligible small businesses have until July 6, 2026 to file amended returns to retroactively deduct certain domestic research and experimental expenditures that…
Ohio’s proposed R&D credit expansion could unlock state income tax savings
Ohio’s proposed House Bill 756 (H.B. 756) would expand Ohio’s nonrefundable R&D tax credit beyond the Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) by…
The Top R&D Tax Credit Providers in 2026 (Ranked & Compared)
Looking for the best R&D tax credit provider to maximize your benefit while keeping audit risk low? In this guide, we ranked and compared several R&D tax credit providers on several critical factors including customer reviews, years in business, national reach…
Why Pass-Through Entities Need Expert Guidance to Claim R&D Tax Credits
Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify Pass-through entities such as partnerships, S-Corporations, and LLCs face uniquely complex rules when claiming the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit. Unlike C-Corporations, pass-throughs must determine eligibility at the entity level and then allocate the credit to individual owners, each of whom … Read More
2025 Tax Planning: Unlock Retroactive R&D Credits Before It’s Too Late
Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify Businesses can claim missed R&D tax credits retroactively by amending prior-year tax returns, generally up to three years back. For 2022 calendar-year returns, the deadline to file an amended claim can be as soon as March 15, 2026, after which the credit … Read More
How Funding Sources Affect R&D Tax Credit Eligibility
Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify How research projects are funded can have a major impact on whether related costs qualify for the Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit. When research is financed through grants, contracts, or subsidies, the IRS may require those expenses to be reduced or … Read More
Understanding R&D Supply Rules to Maximize Tax Credit Claims
See If You Qualify Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify When businesses calculate expenses for the Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit, supplies are often one of the largest categories of Qualified Research Expenses (QREs). Yet many companies are unaware that not every purchase made for research purposes … Read More
Maximizing R&D Tax Credits Through Prototyping Expenses
Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify Prototyping plays a critical role in research and development, yet many businesses do not fully realize the potential tax benefits tied to this critical activity. Developing a prototype often requires significant technical innovation, and the IRS has specifically recognized prototypes in the … Read More
IRS Extends Transition Period for Research Credit Reporting on Form 6765
See If You Qualify Follow KBKG on Social Media Linkedin Facebook X-twitter Youtube See If You Qualify Key Highlights Section G of Form 6765 is optional for tax year 2025 (processing year 2026) and mandatory starting in tax year 2026 for most filers. Exceptions beginning in 2026: Qualified Small Businesses (QSBs) electing the payroll tax … Read More
