IRS Announces §179D Tax Deduction Inflation Adjustments for 2025 – What You Need To Know
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released its annual inflation adjustments for the tax year 2025, bringing significant updates to the Energy-Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction under Section 179D of the Internal Revenue Code. These changes, detailed in Revenue Procedure 2024-40, are poised to impact building owners, architects, and designers aiming to capitalize on tax incentives […]
Improving Energy Efficiency in Construction Projects
The construction industry significantly impacts the environment, but there’s a growing movement toward sustainability that builders, contractors, and developers simply cannot ignore. The path towards promoting energy-efficient building practices is by utilizing tax incentives such as §179D and §45L, crucial in offering substantial financial benefits to those who adopt sustainable practices. The Impact of §179D […]
IRA Updates §179D Deduction
179D’s energy-efficient commercial buildings deduction encourages taxpayers to upgrade specific commercial buildings. In December 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, P.L. 116-260, made the §179D deduction permanent. On Aug. 16, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, P.L. 117-169, amended §179D. The changes apply to tax years starting after Dec. 31, 2022, and eligible […]
Busting Common Misconceptions: Only large projects and institutions can enjoy the benefits of §179D Deductions
Reality: The §179D deduction is beneficial to organizations of varied sizes. The §179D deduction has often been misconstrued as a benefit exclusively reserved for large-scale projects and institutions. However, the reality is far from this common myth. Even though more extensive facilities may have significant cost reductions due to their size, smaller tax-exempt organizations with […]
Busting Common Misconceptions: There Is Little Certainty in the §179D Process, and It Is Complicated
One of the common misconceptions surrounding the §179D deduction is the perception that the claiming process is both intricate and uncertain. The fear of complexity often discourages organizations from exploring this avenue to reduce their tax liability. Reality: Expert Advice and Certainty Contrary to the myth, the §179D process can be streamlined and made more […]
Busting Common Misconceptions: §179D Only Applies to New Buildings
Reality: Renovations are a Game-Changer Too! The truth is that §179D is not exclusive to new constructions; it extends its benefits to renovations as well. This misconception has left many property owners unaware of the potential benefits awaiting them when making energy-efficient upgrades to their existing commercial buildings. Under §179D, property owners can qualify for […]
The Ultimate Guide to the §179D Tax Deduction: Saving Money While Going Green
Building owners and designers of tax-exempt buildings who want to save money while being environmentally aware should look into §179D as a resource in this age of sustainability-focused business planning and growing environmental consciousness. Building owners should take advantage of this tax incentive to increase the company’s cash flow. On the other hand, Architects, engineers, […]
Busting Common Misconceptions: The Efficient Reality of §179D Site Inspections
In the realm of energy-efficient building projects, the Section §179D tax deduction is a hot topic. It offers deductions for energy-efficient improvements in commercial buildings. However, a prevalent misconception about the required site inspections for §179D qualification exists: they’re often viewed as intrusive and time-consuming for site personnel. Let’s demystify this and reveal the actual […]
Case Study 7 of 8: Qualifying as a designer of energy-efficient properties
Case Study 7 of 8: Qualifying as a designer of energy-efficient properties While taxpayers often first think of HVAC and building envelope improvements when considering qualifying §179D energy and power cost savings, lighting improvements can also qualify. Of the eight factual case studies the IRS released in Memorandum AM 2018-005, the seventh scenario examines […]
What is the new Form 7205?
There’s an important paperwork change for filing the Section 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Deduction. On Jan. 11, 2023, the IRS published the new Form 7205 for taxpayers interested in claiming this deduction. What is the new Form 7205? The new form provides taxpayers with a new place to calculate, document, and claim […]
