It’s Not Too Late to Claim Employee Retention Tax Credits
By now, most companies have heard of or even claimed Employee Retention Tax Credits (ERTC) or a PPP Loan. Those that have taken advantage of the credit have seen hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars in benefits for retaining employees in 2020 and 2021. For example, one professional services firm with 19 eligible employees … Read More
Updated: 2020 vs. 2021 Employee Retention Credit Comparison Chart
Jason Melillo is a Principal and Local and Wage Based Incentive practice leader at KBKG. His areas of expertise are Local Incentives, Employment Tax Credits which includes Employee Retention Tax Credit, and other employment credits. Old Law New Law Eligible Employers 2020 2021 Eligible employers can receive a refundable payroll tax credit of 50% of … Read More
Hawaii Senator Jarrett Keohokalole Seeks to Increase Annual Cap for State’s Research Credit
On 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
Three Tax Saving Strategies for Architecture & Engineering Firms
Architecture and engineering firms that are not claiming R&D Tax Credits, Employee Retention Tax Credits, or 179D are potentially leaving millions of dollars in tax benefits on the table each year. What are these benefits, and what cash flow is being overlooked? R&D Tax Credit Architecture and engineering firms may want to take another look … Read More
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There’s Still Time to Claim the R&D Tax Credit on Extension [Infographic]
Are you or your clients interested in claiming the R&D Tax Credit? Good news. There is still time to perform a study for inclusion on your extended returns, but you must act fast. Time is running out. What is the R&D Tax Credit? The Research and Development Tax Credit can be applied to qualified research … Read More
Are you missing out on the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC)?
If you have not looked into Employee Retention Tax Credits, then you need to reach out to your regional director or contact us right away to see if you qualify. It is worth a quick assessment. We can help you claim the credit and receive cash refunds up to $5,000 per employee in 2020 and … Read More
Updates to KBKG’s Qualified Improvement Quick Reference Chart
The Qualified Improvements Quick Reference Chart is KBKG’s most sought-after resource by CPAs across the nation. We have updated the chart to reflect recent changes. Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) is defined as any improvement made by the taxpayer to an interior portion of a building that is nonresidential real property as long as the improvement … Read More
FAQs – Employee Retention Credit (ERC)
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC or ERTC) was created as part of the CARES Act to encourage businesses to continue paying employees by providing a credit to the eligible employer for wages paid to eligible employees. The ERC could be a valuable alternative for those who did not qualify for PPP and other emergency loans. … Read More
The House Votes to Extend Employee Retention Tax Credit through December 2021
We got some great news this morning. The House has voted 219-212 to extend the Employee Retention Tax Credit through December 31, 2021, as part of the $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief bill. If it passes the Senate next week it will very likely be signed by the President shortly after. The Employee Retention Tax Credit … Read More
Have a Fat Tax Bill? Have You Thought About the R&D Tax Credit?
Are you a business owner that is unhappy with your recent tax bill? If you have not explored it yet, the Research and Development (R&D) tax credit can provide significant benefits to your business’ bottom line. Chances are you could be missing out on a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your federal and state income tax liability. … Read More
Tax Deadline is Approaching – Now’s the Time to Request Your Cost Segregation Studies
Are you or your clients interested in performing a cost segregation study before the upcoming March 15 tax deadline? KBKG is committed to timely work. Since the months leading up to a tax deadline is our busiest time of year, we encourage you to start the process now to avoid any delays in filing your … Read More
IRS Debunks Tax Refund Myths
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
Changes and Extension of the Virginia R&D Tax Credit
The Commonwealth of Virginia made key changes and extended the income tax credit for conducting qualified research and development in Virginia. Key changes include: A three (3) year extension of the credit from tax years beginning before January 1, 2022 to tax years beginning before January 1, 2025 Beginning January 1, 2021, an increase in … Read More
Transfer Pricing Frequently Asked Questions
While transfer pricing is an important tax issue, many US and foreign clients are unaware of the tax and cash flow benefits of proactive planning. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions below to provide insights on the fundamentals of US and international cross-border pricing rules. These questions also highlight some practical strategies … Read More
Tax Deadline is Approaching – Now’s the Time to Request Your Cost Segregation Studies
Are you or your clients interested in performing a cost segregation study before the upcoming March 15 tax deadline? KBKG is committed to timely work. Since the months leading up to a tax deadline is our busiest time of year, we encourage you to start the process now to avoid any delays in filing your … Read More
Evaluating a Cost Segregation Provider? Consider Someone with the ASCSP Certification
Are you considering a cost segregation study? As you begin to evaluate potential service providers, it’s important to remember that there are significant differences among cost segregation advisors in the marketplace. Sometimes taxpayers are not immediately aware of how those differences may impact their experience from start to finish. The American Society of Cost Segregation … Read More
BREAKING NEWS: Senate Finance Committee Launching Bipartisan Taskforces on Tax Extenders Including Green Building Tax Incentives
Update as of 5/23/2019: The House Ways and Means Committee is currently putting together a package to address tax extenders such as the 45L tax credit and 179D tax deduction. Currently, a markup on tax extenders is expected sometime in June. BREAKING NEWS from 5/15/2019: The Senate Finance Committee launched bipartisan taskforces to address tax … Read More
Tax Tip for Small Businesses: The Benefit of Bonus Depreciation
In recognition of Small Business Week, here’s a quick tax tip to fuel your business: Bonus depreciation is a tax incentive that allows a business to immediately deduct a large percentage of the cost of an eligible asset instead of recovering the amount over the tax life of the asset. The Tax Cuts and Jobs … Read More
Myth – Claiming R&D Tax Credit Increases the Likelihood of an IRS Audit
The Research & Development Tax Credit is a federal benefit (also available in many states) that was enacted to promote growth, innovation, and inspire advancements in all areas and facets of business. The credit is an undoubtedly beneficial incentive for businesses large and small. However, many companies are hesitant to take advantage of the credit … Read More
Tax Reform Makes it Easier to Generate Deductions with Cost Segregation
In 2018, the tax reform changes made cost segregation studies more valuable than before. Under the new law, any building components with a tax recovery period of 20 years or less, are eligible for 100% Bonus Depreciation. Historically, bonus depreciation only applied to newly constructed property, but now it’s available for any acquired property. These … Read More
Impact of the Government Shutdown on Real Estate Tax Policy
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history is creating more uncertainty for the current and future tax landscape. As the border wall standoff delays guidance necessary to properly implement tax reform, taxpayers are left wondering how to timely file their 2018 tax returns without ultimately having to amend down the road. Congress currently hasn’t been … Read More
Own a Start-up or Small Business? You May Qualify for Federal Research Credits.
Billions of dollars worth of research credits go unclaimed every year in the United States. This is primarily due to many taxpayers not being aware of the credit or not quite understanding it. In addition, when a reference is made to research and development (“R&D”), taxpayers often think about lab coats and test tubes. In … Read More
Partial Disposition Election for Buildings Being Targeted by IRS
Recently, the IRS Large Business and International division highlighted five issues that it will be targeting in its “compliance campaign” audit strategy this year. One of the issues on its radar is the partial disposition election for buildings and its structural components. Treasury Regulations provide guidelines for recognizing gain or loss on the disposition of … Read More
KBKG Video: Top 5 Things You Should Know About Cost Segregation
Are you a tax professional looking for an easy way to explain Cost Segregation to your clients? This 3-minute video helps building owners understand why they should consider Cost Segregation for their building and covers the top 5 things they need to know to get started. Cost Segregation is a commonly used strategic tax planning … Read More