Date: August 15th , 2025

Time: 1pmET | 12pm CT | 11am MT | 10am PT

Duration: 90 Minutes

Description:

This course provides a comprehensive overview of current federal energy tax credits available to individuals and businesses, including residential energy credits, clean vehicle incentives, and business energy credits for vehicles, solar installations, and rental real estate. Participants will explore recent legislative updates impacting eligibility and benefit amounts, along with practical guidance on navigating the latest IRS forms and reporting requirements. Special attention will be given to credit recapture rules and depreciation considerations for energy-related assets.

Topics Covered

• Overview of Federal Energy Tax Credits.
• Clean Vehicle Credits for Individuals and Businesses.
• Residential Energy Credits for Homeowners.
• Business Energy Credits: Solar, Vehicles, and Rental Properties.
• Energy Credit Recapture Rules.
• Recent Legislative Changes Affecting Energy Incentives.
• Tax Form Updates and Compliance Considerations.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the current eligibility criteria for residential, business, and clean vehicle energy credits.
• Understand the application of business energy credits to commercial vehicles, solar systems, and rental properties.
• Accurately report energy credits and recapture amounts using updated IRS forms and guidelines.
• Advise clients on maximizing benefits from federal energy incentives under current law.
• Monitor emerging legislative developments and evaluate their potential impact on energy tax planning.

Credits and Other information:

• Recommended CPE credit – 1.5
• Recommended field of study – Taxes
• Session Prerequisites and preparation: None
• Session learning level: Update
• Location: Virtual/Online
• Delivery method: Group Internet Based
• Attendance Requirement:  Yes
• Session Duration: 90 minutes

Who Will Benefit:

• CPAs
• Enrolled Agents (EAs)
• Tax Professionals
• Attorneys
• Tax Preparers
• Finance Professionals
• Financial Planners

About Our Speaker

Jane Ryder, EA, CPA, is a nationwide professional educator. She writes and speaks on many income tax, business compliance, accounting, and tax representation topics.Jane has been providing tax preparation, accounting services, and tax collection resolution services since 1980. She runs her San Diego CPA firm, Brass Tax Ryder Professional Group, Inc., and consults with colleagues on tax matters, audits, and business planning.