The R&D tax credit is accessible to more small businesses, and it can be a valuable way to manage expenses for innovative research. However, US Tax Court cases in recent years have revealed some weaknesses in corporate due diligence to support eligibility for the credit. Companies should not be afraid…

When speaking to clients about ways to manage tax credits, we often have to answer this question: “Does the R&D Tax Credit apply to me?” It depends. And it really depends in the area of software development or engineering improvements. Companies can overlook thousands of dollars in unrealized credits at…

When you’re young, the possibilities are wide open to you. You may not be thinking about a family or leading a business. You are probably thinking about the job in front of you, how to pay your bills and how to spend your free time. I was in your place…

Preparing the Incurred Cost Submission Do you have the clause FAR 52.216-7 “Allowable Cost and Payment” in any of your contracts? If you do, you have a requirement to prepare an Incurred Cost Submission for your company and submit to your local DCAA office 6 months after your fiscal year…