Frequently Asked Questions

1. How is TaxCreditResearch.com different than traditional tax services?

TaxCreditResearch.com is different than traditional tax services in several ways. First, TaxCreditResearch.com is organized as a database of tax credits that can be searched by type, state, industry or locational specificity. For example, it is possible to search for all credits in a list of states that are based on capital investment. This search would find all such credits in the database, even those that do not have the word "investment" in the name. Second, TaxCreditResearch.com provides a succinct description of each tax credit that can be used to screen for credits warranting more detailed research. Last, TaxCreditResearch.com allows you to take advantage of the wealth of information that has recently become available on the internet through state sponsored sites. Statutes, regulations, forms, instructions, publications and other information can be accessed through TaxCreditResearch.com links that are associated with the individual tax credit records. In most cases, the links lead to specific documents for the individual tax credit.

2. Why should we use TaxCreditResearch.com if we use outside consultants to identify and secure tax credits?

TaxCreditResearch.com can help in several ways. In many cases, tax credit consultants can miss tax credits. Spending a relatively small amount of money and time on TaxCreditResearch.com may identify credits that the consultants missed. It may also make sense to identify credits using TaxCreditResearch.com prior to hiring a consultant. In some cases you may be in a better position to negotiate fees if you are aware of the tax credits that are available, particularly if the consultant uses contingent fee arrangements.

3. What is the cost of subscribing to TaxCreditResearch.com?

The fee for subscribing to TaxCreditResearch.com is $950 per year.

4. What if I have questions regarding a particular tax credit or regarding the use of TaxCreditResearch.com?

If you have questions, including technical tax questions, you may e:mail or call Outlaw Consulting, Inc., the sponsor of TaxCreditResearch.com. Contact information is available by clicking on the "Contact Us" button to the left.

5. Does TaxCreditResearch.com offer a multi-user subscription rate?

Yes. If you are interested in purchasing a multi-user subscription to TaxCreditResearch.com, you may call Outlaw Consulting, Inc. at (770)631-8503 to receive a fee quote.

6. Is TaxCreditResearch.com updated on a regular basis?

Yes. TaxCreditResearch.com will be updated for new legislation as it becomes law. The links to tax forms will also be updated to remain current. Additionally, TaxCreditResearch.com is programmed to automatically check for bad links.

7. Who developed and sponsors TaxCreditResearch.com?

Outlaw Consulting, Inc., a tax credit consulting firm, developed and sponsors TaxCreditResearch.com.

8. How do I open a link in a new window so that the URL for the link is displayed on the top of the screen?

If you right click on a link, a box will come up with the option to "open in a new window". By clicking on that option, the link will open in a new window and the URL will be displayed. This will allow you to save the link in your favorites.

9. What tax credits are not included in the TaxCreditResearch.com database?

   TaxCreditResearch.com generally includes state income or franchise tax credits that apply to corporations. Thus, the following credits are not included:

   • Federal Tax Credits,
   • Credits against taxes imposed by jurisdictions outside the United States,
   • Credits that generally apply only to individuals or partnerships,
   • Property Tax Credits,
   • Sales and Use Tax Credits, and
   • Credits against other taxes (gross premium taxes, fuel taxes, etc.).
     
     

   TaxCreditResearch.com also excludes credits that are a part of the general taxing scheme. For example, credits for estimated tax payments and alternative minimum tax credits are not included.

10. What are the terms of use for TaxCreditResearch.com and what is the subscriber agreement?

TaxCreditResearch.com has a separate agreement for the use of the site without payment (eg. using the demo) and for subscribers. To see these agreements, click on the appropriate document below:

Terms and Conditions

Subscriber Agreement

11. Do the descriptions in the TaxCreditResearch.com database provide comprehensive information about the respective tax credits?

No. The descriptions are intended to provide enough information to screen for tax credits that might apply to your client or to your company. Further research is generally required to determine how to claim a tax credit or to gain familiarity with the specifics of the tax credit. The links provided in the database to specific statutes, regulations, forms and publications are designed to help with that research.

12. Is it allowable for a consultant to subscribe to TaxCreditResearch.com and use the database to identify tax credits for multiple clients with one subscription?

    Yes. The restriction for a single user subscription relates to the subscriber (i.e. the consultant) who may use the database to do work for multiple clients. However, if a consulting firm has multiple consultants using TaxCreditResearch.com, each consultant must be a subscriber, or a multi-user subscription must be purchased.