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So, what is the R&D Tax Credit?

So, what is the R&D Tax Credit?

So, what is the R&D Tax Credit?

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So, what is the R&D Tax Credit?

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The Tax Credit You Didn't Know You Qualified For

The R&D (Research and Development) Tax Credit is a government incentive designed to reward businesses for driving innovation. Whether you’re improving processes, creating new products, or refining existing ones, your activities may qualify for significant tax savings.

We are passionate problem-solvers with years of experience in R&D tax credits, bringing unmatched technical expertise and actionable insights to every project. Our mission is simple: to turn your innovation into measurable savings while making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.


Behind the scenes, we focus on simplifying complexities, maximizing your benefits, and delivering results that speak for themselves, so you can focus on what you do best.

How can the R&D tax credit help your business?

Our clients save tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars each year. This credit provides immediate additional cash flow, strategic capital for expansion, resources to attract top talent, and larger budgets for innovation.

We are passionate problem-solvers with years of experience in R&D tax credits, bringing unmatched technical expertise and actionable insights to every project. Our mission is simple: to turn your innovation into measurable savings while making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.


Behind the scenes, we focus on simplifying complexities, maximizing your benefits, and delivering results that speak for themselves, so you can focus on what you do best.

The Four-Part Test: A Pillar of R&D Tax Credit Eligibility

At the heart of a successful R&D tax credit claim lies a crucial framework known as the Four-Part Test. This set of criteria, defined by the Internal Revenue Code (IRC Section 41) and clarified through IRS guidance and court cases, is used to determine if a business activity qualifies as "qualified research."


To qualify for the R&D tax credit, your project(s) must pass a four-part test, a set of requirements that proves your work is truly innovative and not just a routine process.

We are passionate problem-solvers with years of experience in R&D tax credits, bringing unmatched technical expertise and actionable insights to every project. Our mission is simple: to turn your innovation into measurable savings while making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.


Behind the scenes, we focus on simplifying complexities, maximizing your benefits, and delivering results that speak for themselves, so you can focus on what you do best.

  1. Permitted Purpose: The activity must aim to create or improve a product, process, software, technique, invention, or formula.


  2. Technical Uncertainty: You must try to resolve uncertainty about how to develop or improve the product or process.


  3. Process of Experimentation: You must go through a process of testing, evaluating, and trying different approaches to overcome technical challenges.


  4. Technological in Nature: The work must rely on principles of physical or biological sciences, engineering, or computer science.

We are passionate problem-solvers with years of experience in R&D tax credits, bringing unmatched technical expertise and actionable insights to every project. Our mission is simple: to turn your innovation into measurable savings while making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.


Behind the scenes, we focus on simplifying complexities, maximizing your benefits, and delivering results that speak for themselves, so you can focus on what you do best.

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section covers common questions that potential clients may have about software security.

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Who qualifies for the R&D Tax Credit?

More businesses than you’d think — whether you’re a manufacturer improving production efficiency or an a healthcare company developing new treatments. Any business investing in innovation, improvement, or problem-solving may qualify. Whether you’re enhancing products, refining processes, or exploring new solutions, the R&D Tax Credit applies to companies across various sizes and industries.

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What types of activities count as R&D?

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Do I need a dedicated research team to qualify?

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How far back can I claim the credit?

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What activities qualify a business for the R&D Tax Credit?

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Who qualifies for the R&D Tax Credit?

More businesses than you’d think — whether you’re a manufacturer improving production efficiency or an a healthcare company developing new treatments. Any business investing in innovation, improvement, or problem-solving may qualify. Whether you’re enhancing products, refining processes, or exploring new solutions, the R&D Tax Credit applies to companies across various sizes and industries.

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What types of activities count as R&D?

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Do I need a dedicated research team to qualify?

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How far back can I claim the credit?

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What activities qualify a business for the R&D Tax Credit?

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Who qualifies for the R&D Tax Credit?

More businesses than you’d think — whether you’re a manufacturer improving production efficiency or an a healthcare company developing new treatments. Any business investing in innovation, improvement, or problem-solving may qualify. Whether you’re enhancing products, refining processes, or exploring new solutions, the R&D Tax Credit applies to companies across various sizes and industries.

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What types of activities count as R&D?

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Do I need a dedicated research team to qualify?

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How far back can I claim the credit?

5

What activities qualify a business for the R&D Tax Credit?

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Who qualifies for the R&D Tax Credit?

More businesses than you’d think — whether you’re a manufacturer improving production efficiency or an a healthcare company developing new treatments. Any business investing in innovation, improvement, or problem-solving may qualify. Whether you’re enhancing products, refining processes, or exploring new solutions, the R&D Tax Credit applies to companies across various sizes and industries.

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What types of activities count as R&D?

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Do I need a dedicated research team to qualify?

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How far back can I claim the credit?

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What activities qualify a business for the R&D Tax Credit?

Estimate and see for yourself

Utilize our free R&D tax credit estimation tool to find out how much you and your company could be saving.

Estimate and see for yourself

Utilize our free R&D tax credit estimation tool to find out how much you and your company could be saving.

Estimate and see for yourself

Utilize our free R&D tax credit estimation tool to find out how much you and your company could be saving.

Estimate and see for yourself

Utilize our free R&D tax credit estimation tool to find out how much you and your company could be saving.

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