Stop Overpaying on R&D Taxes.
Know Your Section 174 Exposure.
Section 174 now requires software companies to amortize R&D costs over 5–15 years instead of expensing them immediately. Track every legislative update and calculate your exact tax impact — automatically.
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Real-Time Legislative Updates
Get notified the moment Section 174 rules change in Congress or the IRS issues new guidance.
Automated Cost Calculations
Input your R&D payroll and contractor spend — we calculate your amortization schedule and tax liability instantly.
Accountant-Ready Reports
Export clean PDF and CSV reports your CPA can use directly for tax filings and planning.
Simple Pricing
Everything you need to stay compliant and minimize your Section 174 tax burden.
- ✓ Unlimited R&D cost entries
- ✓ Real-time Section 174 legislative alerts
- ✓ Automated amortization schedules
- ✓ Multi-year tax impact projections
- ✓ Accountant-ready PDF & CSV exports
- ✓ Priority email support
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Section 174 and why does it matter for software companies?
Section 174 of the US tax code governs how R&D expenses are deducted. Starting in 2022, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act eliminated immediate expensing — software companies must now amortize domestic R&D costs over 5 years (15 years for foreign). This significantly increases taxable income for companies with large engineering teams.
How does the tracker calculate my tax impact?
You enter your software development costs — salaries, contractors, cloud infrastructure used for R&D — and we apply the current IRS amortization rules to generate your deduction schedule, estimated tax liability increase, and cash flow impact year by year.
Will I be notified if Section 174 is repealed or changed?
Yes. We monitor IRS guidance, Treasury regulations, and Congressional activity daily. If Section 174 rules change — including any retroactive relief — you receive an immediate email alert with a plain-English summary and updated calculations.