New IRS Relief for §163(j) Elections
On March 18, the IRS issued Revenue Procedure 2026-17. This guidance allows taxpayers to withdraw certain elections that were previously treated as irrevocable.
The relief applies to taxpayers who elected to be: a real property trade or business, an electing farming business, or an excepted regulated utility trade or business. Eligible taxpayers may amend their 2022, 2023, and 2024 tax returns to revoke these elections.
The Overlooked Tax Benefit of Cost Segregation: Partial Asset Dispositions
When thinking of cost segregation studies, most investors think of its main benefit of accelerating depreciation deductions to reduce tax liability. While that’s the widely known use for cost segregation, there’s another benefit that often gets missed: Partial Asset Dispositions (PAD).
PAD is a powerful tool in fixed asset tax planning. When used right, it can create large deductions and even create permanent tax savings.
Top 2026 Specialty Tax Opportunities for Manufacturers
2026 promises to be a pivotal year for manufacturers looking to optimize their tax position. With significant legislative changes and expanded incentives, the right planning can translate into substantial savings. Read more about the top opportunities manufacturers should prioritize this year.
Unlock More Value: Key 2025 R&D Tax Credit Updates
The Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit remains a valuable tool for businesses investing in innovation. While it’s not a new incentive, recent changes, especially the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and updates to IRS Form 6765 make claiming the credit more complex, yet potentially more rewarding.
The Importance of Specialty Tax in CPA Client Planning
For most CPAs, tax season is a sprint—one that rarely leaves room to explore opportunities beyond core compliance. While specialty tax strategies such as cost segregation, R&D credits, and utility sales tax exemptions can create substantial savings, they’re often underutilized.
What to Look For When Assessing a Client’s Utility Sales Tax Savings Potential
In manufacturing, fabrication, food production, recycling, and other energy-intensive industries, utility exemptions can create immediate cash savings and ongoing monthly reductions that directly impact profitability.
How to Turn Self-Rental Losses into Tax Savings
When business owners buy or build a property for their business, they often set up a separate entity (usually an LLC) to own the building and land
Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on §179D Deductions
Changes to the §179D Deduction by the Inflation Reduction Act
A Case Study – “Finding” $400K Through Cost Segregation
Saving $420K Through Cost Segregation
Why Using a Trusted Cost Segregation Provider Matters
Federal tax strategies like cost segregation studies offer powerful ways to minimize tax liability, but their true value lies in their proper application.
