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Energize your innovation with R&D tax credits

Are you working to improve the efficiency of the built environment? Or a clean energy developer focusing on innovative development approaches?

We can help you claim tax incentives that provide dollar-for-dollar reductions to your tax liability.

You don’t need people in lab coats to qualify

R&D tax credits exist to drive innovation and support and incentivize any business creating new technologies, or testing solutions to challenges.

If you’re working with variables inherent in the built environment, focused on the development of clean energy projects and finding ways to reduce energy consumption, then you’re doing research and development.

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Do you pass the test?

Whether you’re designing structural improvements, upgrading heating and lighting systems, or developing clean energy projects, we can help you evaluate your work to help you understand how you meet the 4-part test to determine eligibility for the R&D credit:

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Qualified purpose

The activity must be intended to develop or improve the functionality, performance, reliability or quality of a product or process.

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Technological in nature

The process of experimentation must be technological, relying on the principles of physical or biological sciences, engineering or computer science.

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Process of experimentation

Activities must involve a process of experimentation such as modeling, simulation, trial and error, or other methods.

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Elimination of uncertainty

Your R&D activities must aim to find and eliminate uncertainty about the development or improvement of a product or process.

What you can get

If eligible you can claim substantial tax credits to reduce your income tax liability in the current year, and receive a cash refund for taxes paid in the past 3 years, for costs associated with your R&D efforts.

The process involves detailed calculations and evaluation to determine eligibility. 

Concord’s compliance-driven approach means you can have confidence you’re securing the tax credits you’ve already earned.

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The businesses we help

Who are you?

Architects

Recognize your R&D

Energy-saving design projects call for innovative solutions. Claim the incentives you’ve earned for your work.

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How Concord helps

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We support stability and security

We manage the complexity of compliance with all relevant IRS regulations to ensure you get the business-changing tax credits you’re entitled to.

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We put security first

We prioritize the highest standards of data protection, ensuring that all sensitive and confidential information is handled with the utmost care.

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We help boost your bottom line

We help you tap into government-sponsored incentive programs designed to support your financial growth by retaining tax dollars that would otherwise be paid as part of your tax liability.

Engineers

Accelerate your business growth

Leverage your expertise in engineering solutions for your projects to grow your business and unlock substantial tax incentives.

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How Concord helps

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We talk your language

As engineering specialists, we understand the complexities of your industry, projects and specific tax and financial considerations, so we don’t need any handholding.

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We keep you updated

Whether it’s your claim status, legislation changes, or timelines, we keep you informed and on the money.

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We understand your strategic goals

Take advantage of R&D tax credits to enhance your firm's bottom line. Retain dollars otherwise spent to meet your tax liability, reinvest and expand your business.

ESCOs

Offset costs and supercharge your business growth

Claim credits you’ve earned for the innovative work you do in bringing large-scale energy-saving projects from design to reality.

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How Concord helps

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Working with those in the know

With years of experience working alongside ESCOs, we deeply understand the nuances of your business.

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Identify eligible activities

Your work evaluating different systems, implementing energy-saving equipment, and providing measurement and verification services is often eligible for R&D credits.

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Reliable and robust

We understand the sensitivity of your business information.  We’re professional, meticulous and ensure data security.

Contractors

Retain the resources you need to grow your business

Secure significant R&D tax credits that fuel growth and enhance your operational capacity.

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How Concord helps

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We’re industry specialists

Our deep understanding of your industry's technical and tax intricacies allows us to effectively maximize your R&D credit potential.

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We’re proactive

We update you on claim statuses, legislative shifts, and critical timelines, ensuring you're always up to date and on the money.

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We deliver what we promise

We help you get the R&D tax credits you deserve so you can strategically invest in expanding your market reach and internal capabilities.

Clean energy developers

Power your green innovations

Capitalize on your contributions to advancing the energy transition.

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How Concord helps

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We’re clean energy experts

Our team is fluent in clean energy development, meaning we can identify and maximize he credits you’re entitled to with precision and expertise.

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We keep you informed

We provide updates on regulations, claim statuses, and opportunities, keeping you well positioned to do the best for your business.

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We help you make your mark

Use R&D credits to fuel further innovation and market expansion, enhancing your firms impact on your industry and the environment.

How it works

At Concord we keep things simple and secure.

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Step 1

You provide us with basic information on your company, employees and the kind of projects your firm does.

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Step 2

Our experts review the information provided and generate an upfront estimate of the potential credit your firm has earned.

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Step 3

Once Concord is engaged we begin a thorough analysis of all relevant facts about your projects, personnel and work to uncover all eligible R&D activities.

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Step 4

We provide a detailed technical report substantiating your R&D tax credit claim and the detailed guidance your outside tax ounsel needs to help you claim the credit.

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Step 5

We provide audit defense as a standard part of every engagement. We stand behind our work

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Start the conversation

Give us your details and we’ll be in touch to discuss if we can help and how. We only take on projects we know will stand up to scrutiny - so what is there to lose?

Why Concord?

We’re integrity-driven

1000+
buildings are evaluated annually by us for the incentives we offer

We are focused on helping your business now and for the future. That means we are only interested in pursuing projects that have legitimately qualify for the incentives we assist our clients with monetizing.

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We’re all about the win-win

$1Bn+
has been monetized for our clients with our support over the years

For us, professionalism is a matter of principle. We are committed to delivering the highest level of service and our Client Charter tells you more about the commitments we make to you.

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We’re the right partner for you

15+
years of being exclusively focused on energy efficiency and clean energy incentives

Concord’s industry-leading team of multi-disciplinary experts, proprietary software, and tech-enabled delivery model allow us to provide best-in-class service and results that power progress.

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Contact us

Talk to us

We’re professionals, we’re experts, and we’re human. Get in touch, and let’s chat about how we can help supercharge your future.

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  • Let us show you how Concord makes it easy

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