Research & Development Tax Credit (R&D)
If you’re investing in innovation, you may be leaving money on the table. The federal R&D tax credit allows businesses across many industries to offset development-related costs—often generating cash savings of up to 10% of qualified spending. If you’re not currently claiming the credit, you may be missing a valuable opportunity to reduce your tax burden and reinvest in critical initiatives.
R&D eligibility extends beyond traditional labs. Activities such as improving products or processes, developing prototypes or internal software, testing new materials, or streamlining operations may qualify if they meet the IRS four-part test. Our team helps you identify eligible activities, calculate credits accurately, and maintain proper documentation to support your claim.
Our Approach
Eligibility Assessment
We evaluate your activities against IRS criteria to determine whether your research efforts qualify for the R&D tax credit.
Credit Identification & Quantification
Our specialists assist with identifying qualifying costs and calculate credits to ensure you receive the maximum allowable benefit.
Documentation & Compliance
We prepare a summary report and advise on the required documentation to support your credit claim and reduce audit risk.
Collaborative Expertise
By combining our in-house experience with national resources through the BDO Alliance USA, we deliver a thorough, defensible R&D credit strategy tailored to your business.
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FAQs About the Research Credit
The research credit isn’t just for labs or tech companies. Many businesses are missing out because they mistakenly assume they don’t qualify, or they aren’t sure where to start. Learn how the credit works and what to consider.
