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With TaxRobot, we have taken our 15+ years of experience in tax consulting and used it to create the most comprehensive tax credit software on the market. Working for large consulting firms helped us learn the best processes, but also showed us there’s often a lot left on the table when it comes to tax credit calculations. Our software provides the same expertise of large firms, while eliminating human error. The best part is that in addition to a robust tax credit software, you will always have access to industry experts who support the calculation.
Using TaxRobot
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Using other tax credit consultants
- Complicated & Time Consuming
- Little to No Documentation
- Expensive
- Audit “Support”
- Money Left on the Table
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R&D tax credit FAQs
The four-part test as outlined in the Internal Revenue Code is used to determine qualified R&D activity.
The Four-Part Test
1). New Or Improved Business Component
Creation of a new product, process, formula, invention, software, or technique; or improving the performance, functionality, quality, or reliability of existing business component.
- Construction of new buildings or renovation of existing buildings
- Invention of a software application
- Manufacturing of a new product or the improvement of the production process for an existing product
- Creation of design documentation
2). Technological In Nature
The activity fundamentally relies on principles of the physical or biological sciences, engineering, or computer science. A taxpayer does not need to obtain information that exceeds, expands or refines the common knowledge of skilled professionals in a particular field.
- Physics (relationship between mass, density and volume; loading as the
result of gravitational attraction) - Engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical)
- Computer science (theory of computation and design of computational systems)
3). Elimination Of Uncertainty
Uncertainty exists if the information available to the taxpayer does not establish the capability or method for developing or improving the business component, or the appropriate design of the business component.
- The capability of a manufacturer to create a part within the specified tolerances
- The appropriate method of overcoming unsuitable soil conditions during construction
- The appropriate software design to meet quality and volatility requirements
4). Process Of Experimentation
A process designed to evaluate one or more alternatives to achieve a result where the capability or method of achieving that result, or the appropriate design of that result, is uncertain as of the beginning of the taxpayer’s research activities.
- Systematic process of trial and error
- Evaluating alternative means and methods
- Computer modeling or simulation Prototyping Testing
The R&D tax credit is one of the most misunderstood tax incentives available. Considering the myriad of industries and activities that legally qualify for the credit, the term “research and development” is a misnomer. Additionally, the R&D tax credit requires specialized knowledge and technology to identify and calculate the incentive properly.
Companies of various industries are unaware that they are eligible to claim the R&D tax credit. Under the Internal Revenue Code’s definition of R&D, many common activities qualify. Our specialists have successfully identified and delivered tax benefits for clients in industries including architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and technology. Additionally, the following industries also qualify for the R&D tax credit:
Each tax credit study is tailored to ensure that TaxRobot can analyze the required information and perform the necessary calculations to meet the needs of each client. A typical tax credit study lasts about six weeks, however, in the event of a pressing deadline, Parachor can complete a study in as quickly as one week.
Each tax credit study is tailored to ensure that TaxRobot can analyze the required information and perform the necessary calculations to meet the needs of each client. A typical tax credit study lasts about six weeks, however, in the event of a pressing deadline, Parachor can complete a study in as quickly as one week.
Partnerships and S corporations must file this form to claim the credit. The credit will flow from the Form 6765, to the Schedule K-1, to the Form 3800 on the individual’s tax return. For individuals receiving this credit that have ownership interest in a partnership or S corporation, Form 6765 is not required on the individual return.
TaxRobot is not an accounting firm, we focus specifically on the R&D tax credit. We partner with CPA firms to complement their services and deliver benefit to their clients.
Individuals claiming this credit can report the credit directly on Form 3800, General Business Credit if their only source for the credit is a partnership, S corporation, estate, or trust. Otherwise, Form 6765 must be filed with the individual’s tax return (e.g. sole proprietorship).
For tax years prior to 2016, the credit can be used to reduce the taxpayer’s regular tax liability down to the tentative minimum tax. The credit cannot be used to offset alternative minimum tax. Beginning in tax year 2016, eligible small businesses have expanded utilization for the credit. For these eligible small businesses, the regular tax liability can offset alternative minimum tax using the “25/25” rule.