
Engineering Stage
You have a U.S.-based team of 5 or more engineers, developers, or technical specialists actively building software, hardware, or specialized technology — and your annual engineering payroll is $500K or more.
Operational Stage
You're a COO, founder, or head of operations managing cross-functional responsibilities — and the R&D tax credit process isn't currently owned by anyone on your team.
What You Value
You want a hands-on, expert-led process built for accuracy and defensibility — not the fastest or cheapest number. You're building a company that will file this credit every year and want a process you can count on.
Takes about 2 minutes.
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Verified client
A structured, hands-on process designed specifically for engineering-driven companies — built around how your team actually works, not a standardized template.
01
Discovery Call
20–30 minutes · No commitment
We review your company structure, engineering team, and current tax setup to quickly determine whether a meaningful credit opportunity exists. This call is free and carries no obligation.
02
Strategy Call & Credit Estimate
30–45 minutes
If there's a clear opportunity, we schedule a strategy call. You'll receive a preliminary federal and state credit estimate, along with a clear explanation of what the study will require from your team.
03
Credit Study & Documentation
3–6 weeks · Minimal team involvement
The study happens primarily on our side. We analyze engineering payroll, qualified contractor costs, and development expenses. We conduct one focused technical conversation — typically 45–60 minutes — with your team. That's the standard contribution from the engineering side.
04
Filing Support & Ongoing Process
Ongoing · Annual rhythm
You receive completed IRS forms ready for filing with your CPA, a credit calculation summary, and a technical documentation package. We then move to quarterly check-ins throughout the year — so each year's credit is smoother and more defensible than the last.
Takes about 2 minutes
How are you different from other R&D credit providers?
Most providers in this market sit at one of two extremes: high-volume automated platforms that calculate a number without ever understanding your engineering work, or large accounting firms built for enterprise clients. Our approach sits between those models. We bring the technical rigor of a specialized tax practice to growing engineering companies. Every engagement is led personally by Chris Peters, CPA, MBT — not handed off to a junior staff member or processed through a platform.
What are your fees?
Can you work with us if we're pre-revenue or pre-profitability?
How much time will this require from our engineering team?
Could claiming this credit create audit risk?
Why hasn't our CPA mentioned this?
Do you work with companies outside California?
If your company has a U.S.-based engineering team actively building technology, a few minutes with this form is worth your time — either to confirm a real credit opportunity, or to rule it out clearly so you're not wondering.
No sales pitch. No pressure. Just a clear look at what's possible for your company.
Our strategy calls are completely pressure-free. If the credit doesn't make sense for your situation, we'll tell you that honestly.