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R&D Tax Credit – Audit Defense
Did you claim the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit and are now under audit? Regardless of how you got here, we can help. With decades of research credit audit experience, we fully understand IRS audit techniques and procedures. Our firm can guide you through the audit process in the least amount of time while sustaining the maximum credit possible.
Why Choose KBKG to Defend Your R&D Tax Credit Audit?
KBKG’s technical team is comprised of a full complement of experienced advisors, former IRS engineers, and senior analysts that performed audits, examined the R&D Tax Credit specifically, and taught audit examination techniques to new engineers.
More about the R&D Tax Credit
The R&D Tax Credit is a federal benefit (also available in many states) that was enacted to promote innovation and inspire advancements in all facets of technology, thereby stimulating American Business.
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Find out what one might encounter if the IRS audits the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit filing claims. Topics include IRS organization, personnel potentially involved in the audit, history of IRS guidance and projects, typical audit procedures, common problem areas, and resolution tools. Learn what to expect and how to be prepared.
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This Month’s Webinars
11/01/2022Looking for CPE credit? We have several sessions available this month. Click the links below to register. If you have questions or need help registering, please email [email protected]. Research & Development Tax Credits 11/1/2022 | 12:00 PM PT | 1 hour | 1 CPE credit This webinar will cover the fundamentals of the Research and … Read More

Inflation Reduction Act Expands Payroll Tax Credit Benefits for Small Businesses
08/12/2022The Inflation Reduction Act provides huge opportunities for the real estate industry as well as for architects and engineers. However, the expansion of “green” tax incentives 45L and 179D is not the only tax benefits getting a boost. The newly formed law will also improve upon the R&D Tax Credit. This change will have a … Read More

KBKG, R&D Tax Credits & 179D Incentives Firm, to Exhibit at the American Institute of Architects A’22 National Conference This Week
06/20/2022KBKG plans an educational and interactive booth experience for architect attendees at AIA’s largest annual event. CHICAGO, June 20, 2022 (Newswire.com) – Nationwide tax specialty firm KBKG is set to exhibit at the American Institute of Architect’s (AIA) A’22 Conference on Architecture in Chicago from June 22-25. At the exhibit, KBKG will showcase their architect … Read More

Are You Looking To Upgrade Your R&D Credit or 179D Provider?
06/14/2022Are you looking to upgrade your R&D credit or 179D provider? As you begin to evaluate potential service providers, it’s important to remember that there are significant differences between R&D credit and 179D advisors in the marketplace. Sometimes taxpayers are not immediately aware of how those differences may impact their experience from start to finish. … Read More

Hawaii Senator Jarrett Keohokalole Seeks to Increase Annual Cap for State’s Research Credit
02/08/2022On January 21, 2022, Hawaii State Senator Jarrett Keohokalole introduced Senate Bill (SB) 2599, revising the certification requirements and increasing the annual aggregate cap for the State of Hawaii’s tax credit for research activities (“Hawaii R&D tax credit”). The proposed Section 235-110.91 revisions would first and foremost triple the aggregate cap of research credits available … Read More
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10/20/2021Many companies are hesitant to take advantage of the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit for fear of a possible IRS audit. In our video series, former IRS engineering officials discuss how many companies can avoid IRS scrutiny by properly describing their research activities. KBKG’s IRS Audit Defense videos give a better understanding of how … Read More
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