New Jersey State Tax Credit

New Jersey State Tax Credit offers incentives to promote business development and job creation. There are many tax credits available for different industries.

A taxpayer that has performed qualified research activities in New Jersey may be eligible to claim the R&D Tax Credit New Jersey. A credit for increased research activities is allowed based on qualified expenditures made in taxable years beginning on and after January 1, 1994. It provides a credit of 10% of the excess qualified research expenses over a base amount plus 10% of the basic research payments. If the research credit cannot be used because of tax liability limitations, it may be carried forward for either 7 or 15 years.

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Illinois Embraces Tech Boom with New Tax Incentives

Governor JB Pritzker recently signed a game-changing bill to supercharge Illinois' tax credit programs and lure cutting-edge tech businesses to the state.  This bold move aims to turn Illinois into the next Silicon Valley with major investments in quantum research and electric vehicle manufacturing.

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Misconception: Companies that manufacture overseas aren’t entitled to R&D Tax Credits

The Research and Development tax credits were enacted in 1981 as part of the Economic Recovery Act to spur the U.S. economy and create jobs. It was intended to encourage research among U.S. companies and keep our country strong. Many U.S. companies manufacture overseas. How does this fit into the plan for the R&D tax credits?

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General Contractors/Construction Contractors Can Qualify for R&D Tax Credit

General contractors and construction companies are often struggling in this economy to keep their heads above water. The means to help them may be right in front of their eyes, and they are missing it. The federal government, as well as individual states, allow tax credit for much of what the contractors are doing. These tax credits are substantial. They are not deductions, but bottom-line, dollar for dollar reductions on taxes owed.

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Unlocking the Potential of the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit

The transition to sustainable energy sources has become a central focus for many industries, and the tax landscape is evolving to support this shift. One significant piece of legislation in this realm is the Inflation Reduction Act, particularly Section 30C, which addresses the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit. This credit is a crucial incentive for businesses and individuals investing in alternative fuel infrastructure.

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IRS Changes Filing Requirements for R&D Amendment Claims 

In a stunning reversal, the IRS has just announced that effective immediately, the Service is no longer requiring two key and convoluted additional contemporaneous exhibits to be included on an amended IRC Section 41 R & D claim. 

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Misconception: R&D Credits Are Too Good to Be True

Yes, the federal government is reducing taxes for businesses with the R&D Tax Credits. It is true. This is the most lucrative tax incentive out there, and yet only a third of the eligible companies are claiming it. Unbelievable! Is it too hard to understand, too much work to prepare, or too likely to cause an unwanted audit? Let's take a look at the benefits and risks of the R&D tax credits.

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Contractors: Do You Qualify for R&D Tax Credit Savings?

Many contractors do not realize the following activities related to system design and development may qualify them for R&D tax credit savings.

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Misconception: The R&D Tax Credit Won't Help My Company's Bottom Line

Many people believe that R&D tax credits really don't help the bottom line. That's because either they don't understand what they are, or they haven't looked at the math. This misconception keeps many companies from profiting from a tax credit that could help them, because they think it isn't worth taking the time to do. Let's look closer at these credits.

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Misconception: The R&D Tax Credit Doesn't Apply to Unprofitable Companies

If you are a company with qualified research and development work, the R&D tax credits apply to you. These credits can make a lot of difference in your company's bottom line.  They are some of the most lucrative tax credits available on both the federal and state levels. You can claim them even if you're unprofitable.

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