The federal government offers an Investment Tax credit (ITC) for commercial solar photovoltaics (PV). For businesses, this credit is filed on IRS form 3468. The solar energy credit is a tax credit that can be claimed on federal income for a percentage of the cost of a solar PV system paid for by the taxpayer…. [keep reading…]
Category: Tax
Tax Updates and Planning for Individuals
With tax year 2022 coming to a close, we need to consider what can be done to help lower your tax bill for this year and next. With the uncertainty of pending legislation, here are some tax planning ideas for Individuals: Annual gift exclusion and Estate Tax Exemption The annual gift exclusion for 2022 is… [keep reading…]
Tax Updates and Planning for Businesses
With tax year 2022 coming to a close, we need to consider what can be done to help lower your tax bill for this year and next. With the uncertainty of pending legislation, here are some tax planning ideas for Businesses: Review your accounting method Businesses typically use either an accrual method of accounting or… [keep reading…]
Tax Considerations in Light of New Lease Standards
Over five years after its original issuance, the new accounting lease standard (ASC 842) will become effective for all private companies for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2021. While we have discussed the financial statement impact of ASC 842 in previous editions of TBC Today, companies should also consider the potential impact on their… [keep reading…]
NYS Pass Through Entity Tax Program
The New York State’s Pass Through Entity Tax (PTET) program allows eligible partnerships and S corporations to pay tax at the entity level to provide tax deductions that may otherwise be disallowed when the income is reported on the partners’/shareholders’ personal returns. The program allows the partners/shareholders the ability to deduct New York State taxes… [keep reading…]
New York State Makes Important Updates to Pass-Through Entity Tax
Extends election due date to September 15, 2022 and creates new opportunity for certain S corporations On May 6th, 2022 Governor Hochul signed a bill extending the due date to elect into New York State’s pass-through entity tax (PTET) regime until September 15, 2022 for the 2022 tax year. While this extension provides welcome relief… [keep reading…]
Choosing the Right Retirement Plan for Your Business
A retirement plan is a great way for business owners and self-employed individuals to build wealth for retirement. Most plans are easy to set up and operate and offer significant tax advantages. Plus, you generally can contribute more to a business retirement plan than you can to a personal IRA. Here are a few types… [keep reading…]
NEW NYS Tax Credit for Homeowners. Do You Qualify?
New York State has a NEW property tax credit for homeowners who make less than $250,000. To Qualify: You must be a NYS resident for the full year. In addition, the home must be your primary residence and you must have lived in the home at least 183 days during the year. The credit… [keep reading…]
Thinking about your 2021 personal tax return and items needed to file?
These are a few items to consider when gathering your personal income tax data for the upcoming tax year: Economic Impact Payment The IRS issued a third round of stimulus checks starting March 12, 2021. Be sure to let your tax preparer know how much you received. Payments were $1,400 for each individual plus an… [keep reading…]
Real Estate and the Current Local Economy
Real estate in the Capital Region is booming, rental prices are increasing and homes are selling at record highs. The local market inventory levels are still low which is resulting in local homes and apartments seeing an increase in value. Depending on your living situation it may be a great opportunity to take advantage of… [keep reading…]