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Strategic Reduction of State and Local Taxes

Byzantine rules reign in the jungle of state and local taxation (SALT). Not only are the laws, regulations, ordinances, court cases and other authority complex, they also overlap. Think of state and local taxation as a three dimensional crossword puzzle – and you might not be too far off the mark. What changes a business implements in one area may save state or local taxes – but beware of the implications in other areas or with respect to other state taxes. The dimensions of our practice are “multi-jurisdictional” and “multi-tax.”

Terminology is often “loose” in SALT practice. For example, a “consolidated return” may be computed as a “combined return” depending on the state; some states base a “franchise tax” on equity, some on income. In some states, states software may be considered tangible personal property, even if delivered electronically – in others, e-transmitted software is by statute tangible (as in Texas.) These dimensions and problems with uniform terminology often lead to mass overpayments – or worse, significant exposures.

With extensive experience in these complex matters, our core competency is in consulting with companies regarding how to manage their state and local tax liabilities. Feel free to call us with questions regarding any aspect of your state and local tax liabilities. Initial consultations are provided at no fee.

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Client Results

Retention Credit – “It’s not SALY”

Georgia Tax Credit for Training Employees

$40 Million City Incentive Contract

$2 Million Refund of California Franchise Taxes

Florida $4.5 Million Corporate Income Tax Refund

$2.8 Million Settlement Award of California Franchise Tax from Settlement Board

$270,000 in “Quick Hit” Georgia Sales Tax Savings

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Consulting Services

  • State and Local Tax Consulting
  • Income Tax / Franchise Tax
  • Recovery - Reverse Audits
  • State and Local Credits and Incentives
  • ASC 740-10
  • Economic Development
  • Sales and Use Tax Consulting
  • Property Tax Appeals and Abatements
  • SAFIRRE
  • Employee Retention Credit

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Atlanta, Georgia 30307

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