Energy Efficiency Pays Off: Section 179D Certification for a New York Multifamily Project

Energy Efficiency Pays Off: Section 179D Certification for a New York Multifamily Project

Energy Efficiency

Introduction Energy-efficient construction not only lowers utility bills – it can also unlock significant tax savings. One prime example is a recent multifamily housing and parking garage project in New York, completed in 2022, where the developer partnered with Walker Reid to achieve a Section 179D certification. This collaboration highlights how commercial property owners and … Read more

Navigating IRS Crackdowns, Section 174 Adjustments, and How 179D Deductions Can Help Architects, Engineers, and ESCOs

The IRS Is Watching: What Architects, Engineers, and ESCOs Need to Know  The IRS is ramping up its enforcement efforts, and if you’re in the architecture, engineering, or energy services industries, you need to be paying attention. The latest IRS campaign focuses on tax disclosure compliance, whistleblower incentives, and cracking down on taxpayers who aren’t … Read more

Unlocking New Growth Opportunities for CPA Firms: Expanding CAS with Energy Modeling-Based Incentives

In today’s evolving financial landscape, CPA firms are increasingly looking to expand their Client Accounting Services (CAS) and Strategic Tax Advisory practices. As competition intensifies, firms must differentiate themselves by offering unique, high-value services that drive real savings and business growth for their clients. The days of CPA firms focusing solely on tax and audit … Read more

Are energy tax credits at risk?

Blue Energy Group’s Response to President Trump’s Energy Executive Order by: Blue Energy Group The energy tax credits that were made available by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) are now under question, as many are trying to figure out if funding for the tax credits will be paused or eliminated following the announcement of President … Read more

Navigating Energy Tax Incentives: 179D, 45L, and ITC in a Changing Political Landscape

Over the past year, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has fundamentally reshaped the incentives landscape for energy-efficient buildings and clean energy initiatives. At Walker Reid, we’ve helped building owners, architects, developers, and other stakeholders maximize their tax benefits and navigate new legislative updates—particularly surrounding the 179D deduction, 45L credit, and Investment Tax Credit (ITC). With … Read more

179D Tax Incentive and 45L Credits for Energy Tax Benefits in 2025

The 179D Tax Incentives and 45L Credits Tax Benefits have become powerful tools for promoting energy-efficient construction and sustainable development. In 2025, updates and legislative changes will significantly impact CPAs, architectural and engineering (A/E) firms, real estate developers, and construction and energy service companies. Staying informed on these developments is essential to optimizing benefits and … Read more

Walker Reid Strategies Launches our New Division for Outsourced Engineering Support

Walker Reid Strategies Launches our New Division for Outsourced Engineering Support In June, we announced the formation of our new division, WRS Engineering, which provides outsourced engineering services to our clients. We have developed this division based on our extensive expertise in leveraging technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and automation to help CPAs, specialty tax firms, … Read more

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