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Extension of the Energy Investment Tax Credit

Withum

The federal tax incentive for qualified energy property was extended through the IRA for most projects that begin construction before January 1, 2025 (2035 for geothermal energy used for healing and cooling a structure). For more information on this topic, please contact a member of Withum’s Business Tax Services Team.

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Unintended Tax Consequences of PTO Buyback Programs

Withum

Offering this new benefit or loosening restrictions on existing PTO programs is great for employee morale, but it can cause unintended tax consequences under the constructive receipt doctrine. The problem with these plans is they create unintended tax consequences due to an arcane tax concept called the constructive receipt doctrine.

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IRA 2022 Provides a Business Benefit for Modernization of Commercial Buildings

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Under the IRA, the square footage deduction could be as high as $5 per square foot encouraging the construction of energy efficient commercial buildings. For more information on this topic, please contact a member of Withum’s Business Tax Services Team. The deduction for the 2022 taxable year was $1.88 Contact Us.

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The Tax Break Commercial Real Estate Investors Might Need After COVID-19

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QRPBI is debt that is incurred or assumed by the taxpayer in connection with real property used in a trade or business and is secured by such property. For property acquired on or after January 1, 1993, QRPBI includes debt used to acquire, construct, reconstruct, or substantially improve real property. Business Tax Services.

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Will the IRS Deny Your Claim for the Employee Retention Tax Credit?

Withum

Did the taxpayer include the correct qualifying wages for small eligible employers (all wages paid during the relevant period) and for large eligible employers (only wages paid not to provide services during the relevant period)? Business Tax Services. Contact Us. Contact Us. appeared first on Withum.

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5 Best HVAC Company Bookkeeping Tips You Should Know

Steve Feinberg

HVAC accounting is more similar to bookkeeping for construction companies, in that each job undertaken needs to earn more than it takes to complete. But any HVAC technician, independent contractor, or construction firm owner knows that’s easier said than done. See related: Small business tax services.

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The Ultimate Guide to Bookkeeping for Home Service Contractors

Steve Feinberg

Let’s look at some of the best tips and advice for bookkeeping for home service contractors. Importance of Bookkeeping for Home Service Contractors Bookkeeping for small construction businesses and home service contractors is crucial for many reasons.