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Sunday, January 23, 2022

Employee Retention Credit

 

The government has authorized billions in economic stimulus through the Employee Retention Credit program, and yet hundreds of thousands millions of business owners will let much of this money go unclaimed (that's $26,000 per employee!) If your business was impacted by the pandemic, you are owed a check from the U.S. Treasury for hiring American workers - the only question is "How Much Will You Get?"


The complexity of the ERC program is a beast unto itself and every tax accountant we’ve talked to has said they are focused on income taxes and "they'll figure this out later". Do you really want to wait? Use our engineered software to see your benefits in seconds, then activate your ERC instantly from the site at erc4business.com


Once you activate the service, we will be reaching out for a welcome call to walk you through using the simple system.


Larry Potter

Specialized Senior ERC Advisor

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Engineering-Based Cost Segregation

 





It is impossible for me to calculate the number of calls I’ve had with building owners and CPAs on the subject of Cost Segregation. Working some numbers in my head (ok, on my calculator), the number is likely well over 10,000. Out of all those calls there is one particular item that continues to rear its ugly, uninformed head and I can no longer stay silent. I must respond… with vigor!


The “item” in question comes in the form of the following quote, which I’ve heard too often to count:


“You can only do Cost Segregation on a new building or new renovation.”


I have no idea where this rumor started. I hear it weekly and now I am blogging in rebuttal.


First, I will say an unequivocal “Yes”, it is beneficial to have a Cost Segregation study done when you purchase/construct/renovate a new building. In fact, anyone constructing or renovating a commercial property should have a study completed. However, the true power of Cost Segregation is displayed on buildings that are not new!


“But, you can only do Cost Segregation on a new building or new renovation”.


To officially rebut this statement, I will go straight to the source. The first sentence in the IRS Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide – Chapter 6.2 reads:

“A taxpayer may conduct a cost segregation study on used property and then re-compute its depreciation deductions for prior years”. 

Not only “may” a taxpayer do this but over 75% of our projects are older properties. In the industry we call this the “Catch Up” method, and it can produce powerful results.

Here is an example:

Mr. Client acquired a commercial property for $3,500,000 five years ago and never completed a Cost Segregation Study.

Despite rumors to the contrary, Mr. Client recognizes he may now have an opportunity to benefit from a study (maybe he read this blog post).

Mr. Client hires an expert (GMG for example), who identifies 20% ($700,000) of components that should have been allocated to 5-year life instead of 39 years. Mr. Client jumps for joy when he realizes the IRS will allow him to “catch up” $700,000 of missed accelerated depreciation on his next tax return!

Why doesn’t every building owner and CPA know this?

The answer is simple; it is not their area of expertise. Although some building owners and CPAs have substantial experience with Cost Segregation, most do not. There is a dearth of true educators in this field, which unfortunately leads to much misinformation. These factors have caused countless thousands of building owners to miss out on this powerful tax savings strategy.

All is not lost!

If you own a building and have not had a Cost Segregation study performed, you have not missed the boat. Hundreds of thousands, or even millions, of dollars in tax savings may be available to you. Now that you are aware, let’s see how much you qualify for!  Visit us today to see your benefits in seconds via PropertyTaxBenefits.com

Using the site, you can either self-activate your savings or set a call with us and your CPA (if you wish) and anyone else you wish to attend.


Monday, January 10, 2022

Property Tax Mitigation Study Overview

 


Outside of income taxes, the single largest recurring charge for commercial property owners are Property Taxes. In most states, owners are required to pay taxes on both their real estate as well as their personal property. These charges are often an immense expense and a constant hit to the bottom line. To be ensured you are not being overcharged on your Property Taxes, an industry specialist with extensive market experience in valuation, tax, and law should be retained.

A simple contingency engagement with us will get the ball rolling. We will collect your most recent property tax assessment as well as an authorization for us to work on your behalf. We then go to work for you! When we procure a savings/refund for you, our fees will simply be a percentage of what you receive as a result of our work.

The initial consultation is a simple and quick process. To schedule your consultation,
please visit us now at PropertyTaxBenefits.com

Monday, December 27, 2021

Negotiate with vendors.

What you've been paying your vendors does not have to be the final word on what you continue paying. Ultimately, vendors want to stay in business too, and they're dealing with a tough economy just as you are. Many are often willing to negotiate lower prices rather than lose a regular customer. You certainly won't lose anything by trying, and you may find yourself able to shave several hundred dollars off your monthly operating costs.


So, the above can save you 100's, but wouldn't it be nice if you could realize 1000's of dollars with no upfront fees?!?



Idea for Small Businesses

Events can be huge draws for both new and old customers, and many businesses rely on regular events, from galas to seminars, to expand their customer base. we recommend getting sponsors who will help carry the expense of events in exchange for some form of advertising within the event. It's usually a good trade for both the small business hosting the event and the sponsor paying for expenses, if the two are in related areas.


Larry at BusinessRefund.com