Understanding and leveraging available tax incentives can significantly impact a company's bottom line. This article explores five powerful financial tools to reduce tax burdens and improve cash ...
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Fixed Asset Opportunity Finder
Recent legislation has created, enhanced, or extended several incentives for those constructing, or renovating real estate.
The first step in reducing (or eliminating) taxable income is to see what credits and deductions are available.


Investment Tax Credit (ITC) Calculator
The Investment Tax Credit of up to 70% incentivizes the installation of renewable energy property.
This credit, when coupled with the favorable depreciation benefits and other incentives, may offset a majority, if not all of the project’s costs.
179D Deduction Calculator
Section 179D is a federal tax deduction that incentivizes energy efficiency in commercial buildings. It allows building owners or eligible designers to claim up to $5.81 per square foot (as of 2025) for installing qualifying energy-efficient lighting, HVAC, and building envelope.
Calculate your 179D deduction now and lower your taxable income.


Partial Asset Disposition (PAD) Deduction Calculator
A PAD deduction allows real estate owners to recognize a loss on a replaced or building component. This deduction enables property owners to expense the remaining depreciable basis of items removed during a renovation or remodel, resulting in significant tax savings.
Cost Segregation Deduction Calculator
Maximizing real estate tax benefits begins with identifying eligible deductions. Cost segregation can unlock significant savings for property owners by accelerating depreciation on qualifying assets.
Discover how much you could save by reclassifying building components to reduce taxable income now and improve cash flow.


45L Tax Credit Calculator
The 45L New energy-efficient home credit, which is up to $5,000 per home, incentivizes the construction of energy-efficient single—and multifamily homes.
USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grant Eligibility Finder
The USDA REAP Grant provides financial assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements.
The program offers grants for up to 50% of eligible project costs and loan guarantees of up to 75%.

Knowledge Base
Blog topics covering credits, deductions, and other incentives in the built environment.
The Section 179D tax deduction, also known as the Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction, offers significant financial incentives for designers of energy-efficient building projects. This ...
A cost segregation study on property placed in service in a prior tax year, also known as a "look-back" study, can offer significant benefits but also comes with some potential drawbacks. Here are ...