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Sales & Use Tax
Jaclyn Harris

What is Washington Business & Occupational (B&O) Tax?

Washington Business & Occupation (B&O) Tax is a tax imposed by the state of Washington on the privilege of doing business within the state. It is a tax on gross receipts, regardless of profit, and is based on the type of business activity being conducted. The tax is imposed on

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Cost Segregation Study Examples

What is Cost Segregation? A cost segregation study might be thought of as an interest free loan that frontloads the depreciation deductions a property would otherwise receive over 27.5 or 39 years. Cost segregation studies free up capital by accelerating the depreciation of § 1245 tangible personal property, land improvements, and

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R&D

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R&D
Riz Malik

The Three Types of Research and Development 

Research and Development (R&D) is a vital component of innovation and technological advancement that involves the creation of new knowledge and applications of that knowledge to develop new products, processes, or services. There are three primary types of R&D: 1. Basic Research Seeks to discover new facts or principles, often

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R&D
Deb Roth, CPA

What is Research & Development?

Many industries invest in research and development to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge within their respective markets. By investing in this credit, businesses can increase their cash flow and reduce their tax rate, thus opening opportunities to further invest in advancements within their industry. Some of the common

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Cost Segregation

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Cost Seg
John Gail

Hotels and Cost Segregation

What is Cost Segregation? Cost segregation is a highly beneficial and widely accepted tax compliance strategy utilized by commercial real estate

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Cost Seg
Raul Soto

Cost Segregation for Residential Real Estate   

Tailored Solutions for Residential Real Estate Owners  Several tax incentives could financially benefit owners of residential real estate. Cost segregation studies are a great financial strategy that helps property owners accelerate depreciation and can provide valuable data that supports tax-related initiatives throughout the property’s holding period.  Apartment buildings or short-term

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Cost Seg
Greg Bryant

Tangible Property Regulation Studies

What is a TPR (Tangible Property Regulation) study? A Tangible Property Regulation (TPR) study is an analysis that examines a company’s compliance with the Tangible Property Regulations. In this context, tangible property refers to real property such as land and improvements to land (e.g., site improvements and buildings), as well

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Energy

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Source Advisors

Qualified Leasehold Improvements

What is a Qualified Leasehold Improvement Property? Qualified vs. Non-Qualified Leasehold Improvements From 2001 through 2017, Qualified Leasehold Improvement Property (QLIP) were most improvements

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Matt McKinney

How Does a Tax Credit Work? Federal Tax Credits Explained

What are Federal Tax Credits? Tax season can be a daunting time, filled with forms, calculations, and the question: am I getting the most out of my tax return? One often overlooked benefit that can significantly impact your tax liability is tax credits. But how exactly do they work? Think

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179D
Benjamin Kluwgant

The IRA’s Impact on Your Real Estate Clients’ 2023 Tax Returns

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 brought changes to the §179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Tax Deduction, a flagship federal tax incentive. Knowing how to navigate the updates is going to be important for CPAs this tax season. It started as the ‘Build Back Better’ bill, and in an eleventh-hour

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Sales & Use Tax

Sales Tax Nexus Explained

For businesses operating across state lines, understanding the concept of sales tax nexus is critical. It’s the determining factor on

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Sales & Use Tax
Kamal Shah, CPA

Maximizing Savings with the Multiple Points of Use (MPU) Exemption

The digital age has brought incredible advancements to businesses, but it has also complicated tax compliance, particularly when it comes to software purchases. One key opportunity for companies is the Multiple Points of Use (MPU) exemption, a little-known provision in sales and use tax laws. This exemption offers significant savings,

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Sales & Use Tax
Chris Vignone

Understanding Use Tax Audits

A use tax audit is a review of a business’s compliance with use tax laws. It can be a daunting process, but with proper preparation, its impact can be minimized. What is a Use Tax Audit? Use taxes are imposed on the storage, use, or consumption of tangible goods purchased

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LIFO

LIFO
Source Advisors

How Inflation Drives LIFO

Understanding LIFO as an effective mitigation strategy for inflation is an economic challenge that significantly impacts a wide range of

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LIFO
Sara Richardson

Last In, First Out (LIFO) Inventory Method: Pros and Cons

Inventory valuation is an accounting process used by companies to assign value to their inventory. It determines the cost of unsold goods at the close of an accounting period and plays a critical role in calculating the cost of goods sold (COGS) and the gross profit for the period. The

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LIFO
Karen Koch, CPA, MT

LIFO vs. FIFO: Choosing the Right Inventory Identification Method

Inventory identification is a crucial aspect of managing a company’s finances. It impacts your cost of goods sold (COGS), profitability, and ultimately, your tax burden. Two prominent inventory identification methods are LIFO (Last-In, First-Out) and FIFO (First-In, First-Out). Each method comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages, and

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Section 174

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Section 174
Deb Roth, CPA

Section 174 Explained

What is Section 174? Section 174 of the Internal Revenue Code now defines the treatment of Specified Research or Experimental

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