The agriculture industry is dependent on many variables, including the status of the environment, facilitating the development and implementation of new cultivation techniques. With additional funding, businesses can grow through advanced equipment, technology, and expanded operations — and tax credits can help agriculture companies establish sustainable growing practices and navigate environmental challenges. Incentives like the R&D Tax Credit, Energy Efficiency Incentives, and State & Local Tax Analysis promote sustainability and innovation. Qualifying activities include growth protocol development and optimization, investigation of hydroponic and aeroponic systems, experimentation to improve ground quality, modification of fertilizers, and selective breeding to improve genetic trials.

The US construction industry is a leading innovator within the global marketplace by leveraging a knowledgeable and competent workforce. Design conceptualization, coordination and development, energy efficient design, as well as the development of new and improved construction techniques make construction companies ideal candidates for the Research & Development Tax Credit and Energy Efficiency Incentives. Construction teams of dedicated engineers, scientists, tax accountants, and attorneys focus on how businesses can maximize government incentives for future innovation investment. Qualifying activities include custom decommissioning solutions, reducing construction time through process development, developing new materials or techniques, enhancing geotechnical design, improving BIM capabilities, and implementing alternative structural and MEP systems.

Contract Manufacturing Organizations are continuously developing new and improved designs, products, and processes as a way to drive innovation to meet the needs of an evolving market. Those who retain ownership of their processes and assume economic risk may qualify for the R&D Tax Credit, along with state and local incentives, helping CMOs navigate opportunities and maximize savings at both federal and state levels. Depending on building qualifications, CMOs might also qualify for energy efficiency tax incentives like the 179D Tax Deduction and 48/48E Tax Credits. Qualifying R&D activities include iterative CAD design and prototyping, shop redesign, proof of concept, metal and fabrication, lean process improvements, Kaizen, and trial production runs.

The development of energy technology utilizes the hard sciences to strategically combine hardware and software in an effort to promote sustainability. As countries aim to protect the environment and reduce carbon emissions, renewable energy such as wind and solar will be at the forefront of the industry, while oil and gas companies evolve to increase production capacity, comply with changing regulations, and promote domestic energy independence. Claiming tax incentives can help energy technology companies fund effective, efficient, and sustainable growing practices that empower innovation. The Research & Development Tax Credit, Energy Efficiency Incentives, and State and Local Tax Analysis are government incentives designed to drive environmental sustainability and further innovation. Qualifying activities include development of energy sources from waste and biomass, biofuel systems, oil and gas collection processes, energy storage systems, and design of solar panels, wind turbines, and hydro-power systems.

The architecture and engineering industries are constantly evolving designs, products, and processes as a way to drive innovation to meet the needs of an evolving market. By leveraging government tax credits, architecture and engineering firms can expand and accelerate their presence in the industry, and funds identified have allowed these firms to combat an increasing skills gap. Engineering teams comprised of dedicated engineers, scientists, tax accountants, and attorneys focus on how businesses can maximize government incentives for future innovation investment. Qualifying activities include industrial equipment design and integration, proof of concept and prototype development, CAD modeling for quality and safety improvements, evaluating sustainable design alternatives, and developing unique energy-efficient designs.

The food and beverage industry is constantly evolving to adapt to new diet trends and global changes to maintain environmental sustainability. Tax credits help food and beverage companies enhance sustainability, efficiency, and product quality to meet growing consumer demand for organic, eco-friendly, and vegan options. Food and beverage companies benefit from the R&D Tax Credit, Energy Efficiency Incentives, and State & Local Tax Analysis — key programs supporting sustainable growth in a dynamic market. Qualifying activities include enhancing taste, texture, or nutritional content of food formulations, developing eco-friendly packaging, refining recipes and fermentation methods, and advancing genetic engineering and biodynamic winemaking.

The hospitality industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the US economy, while at the same time supporting millions of jobs and reinvesting in communities. By leveraging government tax credits, hospitality businesses can continue to expand multi-state operations and accelerate their presence in the industry. Experts are focused on how businesses can access cutting-edge government incentives for future innovation investment. Support covers Energy Efficiency Incentives and State and Local Taxes, helping hospitality companies adapt to rising operational costs and irregular cash flows and build a strong foundation for growth.

The life sciences industry is rapidly growing, working to improve and transform the quality of human life. Continued advancements play a critical role in solving real-life challenges through innovations like telemedicine, drug discovery, cell and gene therapy, and clinical trial improvements. Advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and robotics have also impacted the landscape in this sector, making life science companies ideal candidates for R&D Tax Credits, Energy Efficiency Incentives, and State & Local Taxes. Qualifying activities include development of new assays and reagents, design and testing of drug delivery devices, FDA clinical trials and pre-clinical testing, and investigating new applications for existing drugs.

The manufacturing sector is adapting to improve business processes that ultimately accelerate production ramp-up and time-to-market, enhance product innovation, and increase customer acceptance. Many manufacturing companies are faced with compliance approvals and loss of patents, and expert teams have helped hundreds of manufacturing clients claim tax credits to continue their innovation and expand their capabilities. The R&D Tax Credits, Energy Efficiency Incentives, and State and Local Tax Credits are government incentives designed to help manufacturers innovate and enhance products and processes. Qualifying activities include iterative CAD design and prototyping, shop redesign and product flow improvements, metal fabrication and trial production runs, lean process improvements, Kaizen, and continuous optimization through process refinement.

Investments in the software industry have grown year over year as technology advances and both startups and established companies create new products to enter a constantly evolving market. Dedicated software and technology teams comprised of highly experienced software developers and engineers, tax accountants, and attorneys are motivated to help businesses robustly claim tax credits to further innovation investment. Claiming these tax credits can help software companies to create more advanced and reliable products in order to meet customer demand in a hyper-competitive industry. Qualifying activities include developing new software platforms, data analytics, development of innovative algorithms, internal software development or improvements, building custom APIs, cloud infrastructure development, and development of augmented or virtual reality applications.

Tax strategy that accelerates depreciation deductions on real estate assets to unlock hidden value and maximize cash flow. Through detailed asset analysis and cost segregation studies, businesses can claim enhanced depreciation allowances, reducing taxable income and freeing capital for reinvestment.

Recovery of customs duties paid on imported goods that are subsequently exported, helping businesses reclaim overpaid tariffs. This service identifies eligible transactions and manages the drawback claim process to recover duties and enhance cash flow for importing and exporting operations.

Audit support and IRS claim review services for businesses navigating Employee Retention Credit compliance and disputes. The service covers representation through the claims process and resolution of disputes with tax authorities regarding ERC eligibility and calculation.

Advisory services helping businesses capture tax credits and deductions tied to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and building upgrades including §45L and §179D programs. Clients benefit from structured guidance on claiming federal tax incentives for qualified energy property and building improvements that reduce operating costs.

Identification and management of federal and state grant opportunities to provide non-dilutive funding aligned with clients' innovation and growth strategies. The service scans available grant programs across agencies and jurisdictions, structures applications, and manages compliance to secure funding that supports strategic objectives without equity dilution.

Advisory services to help businesses secure refunds on customs tariffs assessed under IEEPA trade policy provisions. Specialists guide companies through the refund application process and ensure compliance with tariff suspension and exclusion rules to recover assessed duties.

Corporate finance advisory supporting businesses through mergers and acquisitions transactions and strategic deal structuring. The service encompasses transaction advisory spanning deal identification, valuation perspectives, and structuring guidance to optimize deal economics and execution.

Specialist advisory helping life sciences and pharmaceutical companies maximize the Orphan Drug Tax Credit for qualifying rare disease research. The service identifies clinical trial activities and expenses eligible for the credit, ensuring optimal positioning of R&D investments in orphan drug development.

Helps startup companies claim up to $500k per year (up to $1.25M total) in payroll tax credits tied to qualifying R&D activities. The service identifies eligible R&D payroll expenses and structures claims to maximize the refundable credit available to early-stage companies.

Expert advisory helping businesses seek property tax assessments, appeals, and optimization strategies to reduce their real estate tax burden. The service includes valuation analysis, appeals support, and tax planning to minimize ongoing property tax exposure across jurisdictions.

Helps businesses identify, claim, and optimize R&D tax credits across all industries to reinvest savings into future innovation. Leyton supports companies in maximizing tax benefits tied to qualified research and development activities, enabling them to recover funds for reinvestment in growth initiatives.

Multi-jurisdictional tax advisory helping businesses reduce exposure, strengthen compliance, and uncover overlooked credits, exemptions, and incentives across states. The service provides comprehensive SALT planning across income tax, sales tax, and franchise tax implications to optimize the total tax position.

Expert guidance helping businesses manage VAT obligations including registration, filing, and compliance across relevant jurisdictions. The service covers registration strategy, return filing, compliance monitoring, and recovery optimization to reduce VAT exposure and ensure regulatory adherence.