How IoT Activities Can Qualify for the US R&D Tax Credit
The Internet of Things (IoT), which connects physical devices to the digital world, is a hotbed for innovation. From smart factories to connected medical devices, IoT companies are constantly pushing the boundaries of technology. For businesses investing heavily in this complex development, the US R&D Tax Credit (also known as the Research and Development Tax […]
Creative Software Startup Funding Solutions
The software industry moves fast, and founders feel that pace from day one. Payroll arrives every two weeks. Product roadmaps stretch for months. Customer acquisition takes time and capital before revenue catches up. Venture capital and angel investors are the options everyone talks about, yet not any software startup is a fit for the hyper-growth […]
Why R&D Tax Credits Matter for early-stage Life Sciences Companies
For early-stage life sciences companies, cash is as critical as it is scarce. Preclinical studies, device prototyping, regulatory hurdles, and product development, early-stage companies are often faced with high burn rates and minimal to no revenue. The federal and state R&D tax credits provide a powerful tool to extend runway, reduce fundraising pressure, and reinvest […]
New Jersey $500M Manufacturing Tax Credits
Governor Phil Murphy signed the Next New Jersey Manufacturing Program into law on August 13, 2025. This marks New Jersey’s most significant manufacturing investment in recent history. The program allocates $500 million in New Jersey manufacturing tax credits. But these aren’t standard tax incentives. They’re transferable, stackable, and designed to reward manufacturers who think long-term. […]
Reclaim Funds From Clinical Trials: The Orphan Drug Tax Credit
Join us for an in-depth session exploring the Orphan Drug Tax Credit (ODTC), a powerful incentive designed to support the development of treatments for rare diseases. This webinar will walk you through everything you need to know about qualifying for and leveraging the ODTC, from eligibility criteria to how it complements the more widely known […]
Updated R&D Costs Treatment Rules per the OBBB & Other Guidance
Tax years 2022 and Onward Per the One Big Beautiful Bill, all U.S. companies can immediately expense domestic R&D costs, starting in tax years beginning January 1, 2025, and onward. Company size and gross receipts levels are irrelevant in this context. Companies can, however, choose to continue to capitalize domestic R&D costs and amortize them over […]
Manufacturing Funding: Billions Hiding on Your Factory Floor
Manufacturing drives American innovation, yet many companies miss substantial funding opportunities hiding in their daily operations. While the R&D tax credit represents nearly $11.3 billion in claimed credits according to IRS statistics, experts suggest this only scratches the surface of what’s actually available to manufacturers. The gap between available funding and what companies actually claim […]
Turn Your Zero Trust Security Investment Into Tax Credits
Many executives don’t realize their zero trust security implementations qualify for substantial federal R&D tax credits. While you’re focused on protecting your business from cyber threats, you may be overlooking significant tax savings. Why Zero Trust Projects Qualify for R&D Credits Zero trust isn’t just buying and installing security software. It requires substantial innovation and […]
Expert Panel: Tax Incentives Under One Big Beautiful Bill
Join Leyton’s team of experts as we break down One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) and its impact on key tax incentives. From R&D to energy credits, we’ll unpack what’s changing, what’s staying, and how businesses can act now to stay ahead. Our panel discusses changes to: Section 174 The Research & Development Tax Credit Section […]
Qualified Small Business (QSB) Payroll Tax Credit
What is the QSB Payroll Tax Credit? There are two ways for businesses to utilize the Research and Development Tax Credit: Offset income tax liability Offset payroll tax liability The payroll tax credit is most beneficial for new small businesses that are still generating a taxable loss, but still incur payroll costs. This election benefits […]