Section 174 Fix is Here

With the incoming administration united under a single party, the legislative barriers to fixing Section 174 have been removed. This means manufacturing firms can now claim the full value of their R&D expenses for day-to-day activities such as:

  • Advancing Product Design: CAD development and design optimization
  • Engineering Excellence: Creating precision tools, equipment, and fixtures
  • Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Developing CNC programs and logic controllers
  • Process Innovation: Designing cutting-edge production equipment and cellular manufacturing systems
  • Visualization and Prototyping: Three-dimensional solid modeling and prototype development
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Importance of R&D Tax Credit: How Changes to Section 174 Impacting Your Business

Fuel American Innovation: The R&D Tax Credit Advantage 


Introduced in 1981, the R&D Tax Credit is now the most powerful permanent tax incentive designed to accelerate American technological leadership.

In today's hyper-competitive marketplace, this credit is your strategic weapon to:

Attract and Retain Top Technical Talent
Supercharge
Your Growth Strategy
Stay Ahead of Market Competition

Recent changes to Section 174 have mandated the capitalization and amortization of R&D expenses, leading to increased tax burdens for many businesses. However, given the current political landscape, a resolution is on the horizon.

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Automotive Company
Total R&D Credits Received
$657,000
Employee Count
30
Qualification Outcome
62% of wages paid and 35% of expenses paid
Graphite Manufacturing Company
Total R&D Credits Received
$480,000
Employee Count
25
Qualification Outcome
60% of wages paid and 75% of expenses paid
MYTHS

5 Myths About the R&D Tax Credit Debunked

Most small- to medium-sized companies miss out on this powerful incentive. Here's the truth behind common misconceptions:

1:  What about Section 174?  It is not getting fixed anytime soon.
Reality: The new administration has committed to fix 174 within the first 100 days in office.
2: Only Groundbreaking Inventions Qualify 
Reality: Innovation comes in many forms. Incremental improvements, process optimizations, and technical challenges count.
3: Only Companies with Research Labs Are Eligible
Reality: Manufacturing, software, engineering, and many other industries can benefit—no dedicated lab required.
4: The Credit Doesn't Impact State Taxes or Bottom Line
Reality: This dollar-for-dollar credit directly reduces tax liability and can improve overall financial performance.
5:  It Sounds Too Good to Be True
Reality: Established by Congress in 1981, this is a legitimate tax incentive designed to support American innovation.
6: Tax Reform Will Eliminate the Credit 
Reality: The R&D Tax Credit is now a permanent fixture in the tax code, providing consistent support for innovators.
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Why Choose Strike?

Founded by innovators, we understand the power of R&D. Earlier, we missed out on hundreds of thousands of R&D tax credits for our own innovations, so we founded Strike in 2019 to help others avoid the same mistake. 



Since then, we've helped over 800 clients claim over $200 million in R&D tax credits.

Strike Shield™ Warranty

In the event your credit isn’t accepted or even challenged, we have your back. We defend your credits to ensure they are accepted, without charging any additional fees.

No Out-of-Pocket Costs

We don’t charge any up-front retainers, monthly billings, hourly fees or any fees prior to the successful delivery of your tax credits.

Success-Based Fee Structure

Since our fee is based on the successful delivery of the credits, you won’t get charged until you have them in hand.

$250K Average Credit Amount

We've helped our clients claim an average of $250,000 in R&D tax credits. By leveraging our deep understanding of complex tax laws and innovative strategies, we maximize your potential tax savings.