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 […]
Navigating §179D Deductions: The Crucial Lessons from United States v. Oehler
As a subject matter expert in 26 U.S.C. § 179D, the recent case of United States v. Oehler underscores the vital importance of engaging experienced and reputable firms, like Walker Reid Strategies, to guide you through the complex landscape of energy-efficient commercial building deductions. Click here for the original case: United States v. Oehler Why […]
Inflation Reduction Act -IRS Issues Announcement Updating ASHRAE Standard 90.1 for 2028 and later
IRA UPDATE -IRS Issues Announcement Updating ASHRAE Standard 90.1 for §179D On May 17th, 2024 the Internal Revenue Service Issued Announcement 2024-24, affirming the applicable standards to be used for §179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Tax Deduction, starting January 1st, 2023. The announcement clarifies that the reference standard to be used for projects being placed […]
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 Phasing Out of QIP Rules is Creating new Section 179D Lighting Opportunities
Though 2017’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) is well in our rearview mirror, businesses (as well as individuals) benefited from its provisions. One of its primary targets was the corporate tax structure, with the intention of stimulating business investment and economic growth. Among the many provisions, the Act made substantial changes to the treatment […]
Section 179D Commercial Building Deduction Survives US Tax Court Challenge (Somewhat)
A recent United States Tax Court ruling highlights the importance of thoroughly understanding the requirements of §179D and working with an expert in qualifying and certifying energy-efficient commercial building properties. Project on an Existing Building Edwards Engineering, an Illinois-based company specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system design and installation and […]
Inflation Reduction Act -IRS Issues Announcement Affirming ASHRAE Standard 90.1
Inflation Reduction Act -IRS Issues Announcement Affirming ASHRAE Standard 90.1 for §179D On December 23th, 2022 the Internal Revenue Service Issued Announcement 2023-01, affirming the applicable standards to be used for §179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Tax Deduction, starting January 1st, 2023. The announcement clarifies that the reference standard to be used for projects being […]
