This course introduces practitioners to The Research & Development Tax Credit. Practitioners will learn the history and evolution of the R & D Tax Credit, how to identify qualified research activities, expenses and the general principles upon which the study is based.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
The History of the R&D Tax Credit
How the Credit is calculated
How the credit benefits start up businesses
Points to consider when looking at the R&D Tax Credit
Amortization Of Section 174
60 MINS
This course introduces practitioners to the amortization of research & experimental costs for federal income tax purposes. The relationship of expense amortization to the research tax credit and other cost capitalization & tracking rules will be developed. Other TCJA changes to research-related provisions of the Code will be discussed.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
R&E Expense Amortization
Impact of the Amortization on the Research Credit
Impact of R&E Expense Amortization on the Software Industry
Cost Segregation
Intro To Cost Segregation
60 MINS
This course introduces practitioners to cost segregation studies. Practitioners will learn how to measure the benefit of a cost segregation study, when it applies, and the general principles upon which the study is based.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
Net present value and cash benefits of cost segregation studies
Cost segregation study methodologies
Recent development in the cost segregation area
Current State Of Depreciation For Commercial Real Estate
60 MINS
This course introduces practitioners to cost segregation studies. Practitioners will learn how to measure the benefit of a cost segregation study, when it applies, and the general principles upon which the study is based.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
The depreciation-related provisions of the CARES Act and related procedural guidance
The final bonus depreciation regulations
Nuts & Bolts Of 1031 Exchanges
60 MINS
This course is an update on the TCJA changes to the § 1031 Like-Kind Exchange (LKE) rules, including a discussion of the recently released proposed regulations. The course uses a case study of a typical exchange to develop these topics.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
Identify the differences between real and personal property for LKE purposes
Understand the similarities and differences between identifying real property and personal property under MACRS, the LKE regulations, and other Code provisions
Perform basic planning on how to implement a LKE strategy for the practitioner’s clients
Tangible Property Regulations
60 MINS
This course provides an update on developments in the Tangible Property Regulations area.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
The Tangible Property Regulations Unit of Property determinations
Repairs vs. Improvements
Safe harbors
Dispositions
Cost segregation issues
45L & 179D
Energy Efficient Incentives – 179D & 45L
60 MINS
This course provides an update on energy efficiency studies for both commercial and residential properties.Â
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
The § 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings deduction
The § 45L New Energy Efficient Home credit
When to use the deduction versus the credit
LIFO
Inventory Tax Planning
60 MINS
This course provides a refresher on LIFO accounting and an update on the current developments in LIFO.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
The basics of LIFO accounting
Current issues in LIFO accounting
Identifying LIFO opportunities
Sales & Use Tax
The Sales & Use Tax Landscape 5 Years (AW) After Wayfair
60 MINS
This course provides an understanding of the current landscape, legislative updates, and best practices for advising clients on sales & use tax issues resulting from the landmark Supreme Court Case.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After this course, the practitioner will have a high-level familiarity with:
Historical and current state sales tax nexus rules
The impact of the sales tax changes on state income, franchise, and gross receipts taxes
How to help clients assess their sales tax obligationsy
How to identify opportunities when sales tax is overpaid