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Sales & Use Tax
Kamal Shah, CPA

What is a Reverse Sales & Use Tax Audit? 

A Reverse Sales & Use Tax Audit (RSUTA) is a structured review of prior period purchase activity designed to identify and recover Sales & Use Tax overpayments as opposed to the traditional focus on underpayments in state audits. Whereas State initiated audits are aimed at detecting underpayments and assessing additional

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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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R&D

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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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R&D
Alex Pak

The IRS 4-Part Test for R&D Tax Credits Explained

The R&D 4-Part Test Imagine the 4-part test as a sturdy bridge connecting your R&D activities to tax credit rewards. Each part acts as a pillar, ensuring your project meets the eligibility criteria: Permitted Purpose – What Problem Are You Solving?The core of your R&D activity must be to develop

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Cost Segregation

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Cost Seg
Greg Bryant

How Cost Segregation Studies Work

Are You Looking to Free Up Capital for Your Company?  Cost Segregation studies might be the solution you need.  By accelerating the depreciation of tangible personal property (§1245), land improvements, and Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) as well as identifying various expensing opportunities associated with commercial and residential properties, a Cost

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Cost Seg
Raul Soto

What to Look for When Evaluating a Cost Segregation Provider

Choosing the right cost segregation provider is a vital part of optimizing tax savings for your business. The provider you choose should be reliable, experienced, and capable of providing high-quality cost segregation services that fit your business needs. Below is a list of essential factors to consider when evaluating a

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Energy

Sales & Use Tax

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Sales & Use Tax
Chris Vignone

Understanding Sales and Use Tax Audits

Sales and use taxes are the lifeblood of many state and local governments. But for businesses, navigating the complexities of sales tax compliance and facing a potential audit can be stressful. This blog aims to shed light on what sales and use tax audits are and how to prepare for

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LIFO

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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