Episode 79: Tax Strategy Series - How Investors are Writing Off Massive 2025 Tax Bills...in 2026! - Part 7

You can unlock valuable tax savings even if you are building something inside your real estate business, like your own software, AI tools, or internal systems.In the final episode of this tax strategy series, Marcus Crigler is joined by tax partner Kaden Hackney to break down one of the most overlooked opportunities available to real estate entrepreneurs.Listen as they explain what the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit is all about,  how it can apply to innovative real estate businesses, and what kinds of projects may qualify.Enjoy the show!You'll Learn How To:Understand what the R&D Tax Credit isIdentify projects inside your business that may qualifyTrack development time and expenses correctlyTake advantage of recent tax law changesWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(03:49) What the R&D Tax Credit is(05:31) What type of expense is an R&D type expense(07:34) AI tools, software, and custom systems can create tax opportunities(09:46) How business owners can document their own development time(11:05) Applying this tax strategy in 2026(12:35) Recent tax law changes that make R&D deductions more valuable(14:00) Final thoughts from the seven-part tax strategy seriesWho This Episode is For:Real estate investors building custom business systemsHouse flippers using AI or automationBusiness owners creating internal toolsEntrepreneurs looking for overlooked tax-saving opportunitiesWhy You Should Listen:If you are developing software, AI workflows, or proprietary systems inside your business, you may qualify for deductions and tax credits that could significantly reduce your tax bill. This episode explains the basics, highlights recent tax law updates, and helps you understand whether it's worth exploring with your CPA or tax advisor.Connect with Marcus Crigler:Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler