As companies expand, tax planning can be intimidating and often becomes an afterthought… until it’s too late. Reducing state and local taxes should be a top priority for all businesses. Bruner-Cox LLP state and local tax specialists can show you how to avoid overpaying taxes while increasing your bottom line.
We have developed various state contacts throughout this region and we provide timely planning information directly to our clients and through our state and local tax newsletter. Our specialists have developed strong relationships with local and state attorneys, State Department of Taxation representatives, local tax departments, local legislators, State Attorney General staff and other local practitioners. With their assistance, we provide timely tax advice that is specific to the client’s issue or concern.
Sales and Use Tax Consulting
Reverse Audits. Through completion of a reverse audit of your sales and use tax returns, our specialists can uncover hidden refund opportunities.
Tax Assessment Negotiation. Consider the opportunities available through specialists who complete managed audits and tax assessment negotiations on transaction taxability.
Technological Products. Obtain peace-of-mind through enhanced compliance status and record retention software.
Real Estate Taxes
Our real estate tax specialists can complete a tax assessment of your real estate property and determine if the assessed value is higher than the true value. In many cases, this process can significantly lower the amount of annual real estate taxes.
Income/Franchise Tax Consulting
States have become more aggressive in discovery and audit techniques. Tax compliance has become more difficult with the taxpayer’s multi-state and various Ohio municipal activities.
We are knowledgeable in the application of the state tax return preparation requirements for multi-state and city filings. We have experience working effectively through various State tax
correspondence, desk audits or full audit reviews.
Multi-State Tax Studies
Understanding the complex variations in state taxability issues is one of our strengths. Evaluating the level of contact you have in various states and the understanding of any implications, such as state unemployment and workers compensation, can impact your bottom line. Our Nexus experts will consider the type of tax issues you may encounter, state statute and precedent setting tax cases both federal and state.
For more information on State and Local Tax, please contact State and Local Tax Leader, at 330.497.2000.
