§179D of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 provides energy tax deductions for investments in “energy efficient commercial buildings” that are designed to increase the efficiency of energy-consuming functions. For government owned buildings, the person(s) primarily responsible for designing the building or project may be able to claim the §179D deduction. The Primary Designer may [...]
Capital Review Group will be staking out a spot in the Green Pavilion at the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International’s 2012 Every Building Conference and Expo, June 24-26th at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle. CRG’s booth (#1324) will be supporting BOMA’s position as the industry leader in sustainability and energy efficiency. [...]
On May 9-11th Capital Review Group was excited to participate in LIGHTFAIR International in Las Vegas. As the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, LIGHTFAIR International blends continuing education courses with innovative products ranging from high-end design to cutting-edge technology. CRG was one of the sponsors of the EnOcean-Alliance booth, where [...]
Phoenix, AZ – Capital Review Group (CRG) has published a new white paper titled, “Allocation Pass-through, Sharing the §179D Deduction with the Authorizing Agency”. The Phoenix-based firm offers specialized consulting services which combine engineering with tax accounting to discover and develop high-value projects related to energy efficiency and provide solutions for government and commercial facilities. [...]
EERE News just posted this article on available funding for small businesses to advance innovative energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies: Energy Department Announces Funding for Small Business Innovation Research in Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy April 09, 2012 The Energy Department today announced up to $9 million available this year to fund approximately 50 [...]
The Energy Policy Act of 2005 includes a tax deduction for investments in “energy efficient commercial building property” designed to significantly reduce the heating, cooling, water heating and interior lighting cost of new or existing commercial buildings placed into service between January 1, 2006 and December 31, 2013. Building owners or tenants who have paid [...]
In today’s economic climate, it’s essential for retail business owners to take advantage of every tax opportunity available to minimize your tax burden and maximize cash flow. Would you believe that energy-efficient upgrades to your building or retail space could actually pay for themselves through tax deductions, in addition to realizing future savings on energy [...]
IRS recently issued Temporary Regulations for Repairs Expenditures and Capitalization - Capital Review Group will be developing a future White Paper on this topic and how it effects Cost Segregation and reclassification of assets. Here are some interesting articles on this topic. http://www.journalofaccountancy.com/Web/20114952.htm https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2011/12/27/2011-32246/guidance-regarding-deduction-and-capitalization-of-expenditures-related-to-tangible-property
For Immediate Release Phoenix, AZ – January, 2012 Phoenix-based tax and energy consulting firm, Capital Review Group (CRG) has joined the Continental Automated Buildings Association (CABA). CABA is an international not-for-profit industry association dedicated to the advancement of intelligent home and intelligent building technologies supported by an international membership of nearly 300 companies. Member companies [...]
As 2011 comes to a close, Capital Review Group (CRG) stands ready to work with CPAs and other tax accounting professionals to reduce clients’ tax burden and discover capital. Our specialized consulting services are invaluable to tax professionals, as we make it our business to stay current on the latest in green tax incentives, energy tax [...]