2020 Residential & Commercial Tax Credit Reinstatements

With the recent signing of the funding bills, H.R.1865 (Further Consolidated Appropriations Act) and H.R.1158 (Consolidated Appropriations Act), the residential energy efficiency tax credit and Section 179D deductions for commercial buildings have been reinstated through 2020, after having previously been expired in 2017. So, how do these reinstatements impact you? Tax Credits and Deductions for Energy Efficient Homes and Commercial Buildings Improving a home’s energy efficiency has become an increasingly important factor for both home owners and contractors. With the reinstatement of the residential energy efficiency tax credit in Section 25C of the Federal Tax Code, tax credits can be offered to individuals who have improved the energy efficiency of their homes. According to the ACCA, “for qualified HVAC improvements, homeowners may be eligible to claim 25C tax credits equal to 10 percent of the installed costs, and a maximum credit of $500.” When it comes to commercial buildings, tax… Continue reading