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Carbon Capture Credits & Texas C-Corps: Franchise-Tax Offset
Introduction Texas C corporations involved in carbon capture projects can benefit from federal tax credits, but understanding their interaction with Texas franchise tax is crucial to maximize savings and ensure compliance. Inexperienced advisors may overlook how these credits influence franchise-tax calculations or fail to leverage them for offsets, leading to missed opportunities or overpayments. Are […]
Banking & Insurance Companies: Special Margin-Tax Rules in Texas
Introduction Banking and insurance companies in Texas face unique tax obligations under the state’s franchise tax regime, often grappling with complex margin calculations that differ significantly from other industries. Inexperienced tax advisors may misapply these special rules, leading to overpayments or compliance issues with the Texas Comptroller, risking penalties and audits. Are you confident your […]
Crypto Mining Incentives vs High Franchise Tax Apportionment in Texas
Introduction Texas has become a hub for cryptocurrency mining due to its abundant energy resources and favorable regulatory environment, but crypto miners must balance lucrative state incentives against the complexities of high franchise-tax apportionment. Inexperienced advisors may overlook how Texas franchise tax calculations can erode the benefits of incentives like property tax abatements, leading to […]
Unemployment Tax Rate Changes: Founder Budgeting Tips
Introduction Texas startup founders must anticipate fluctuations in unemployment tax rates to maintain accurate budgets and cash flow, as unexpected increases can strain early-stage finances. Inexperienced advisors may overlook rate changes or fail to leverage credits, leading to overpayments or compliance issues. Are you incorporating the latest unemployment tax rate changes into your 2025 budgeting […]
Understanding SAFE Notes and Texas Margin-Tax Implications
SAFE notes, popularized by Y Combinator, are convertible instruments allowing investors to fund startups in exchange for future equity, typically triggered by a priced round or liquidity event. For federal tax purposes, SAFE notes are often treated as neither debt nor equity until conversion, deferring income recognition under IRC § 1001 until shares are issued. […]
409A Valuations: State-Tax Footnotes VCs Check in Texas
409A Valuations Texas startups and founders issuing stock options must navigate 409A valuations to comply with federal tax rules, but the process also intersects with state tax considerations that venture capitalists (VCs) scrutinize closely. Inexperienced advisors may overlook footnotes in 409A reports highlighting Texas franchise tax implications, potentially raising red flags for investors or leading […]
Gift-Tax Planning With Series LLC Cells in Texas
Introduction Texas founders and high-net-worth individuals frequently utilize gifting strategies to reduce federal estate tax exposure, but without proper structuring, gifts can trigger unnecessary taxes or lose asset protection. Inexperienced advisors may overlook the advantages of series LLC cells for segregating gifted assets, leading to inefficiencies or compliance issues. Are you using series LLCs to […]
83(b) Election for Texas Residents: Margin-Tax Timing
Introduction Texas residents receiving restricted stock or equity grants often overlook the timing implications of an 83(b) election on both federal income tax and Texas franchise tax, potentially leading to unexpected liabilities or missed savings. Inexperienced advisors may fail to coordinate the election with Texas’s margin-tax rules, resulting in inefficient tax outcomes for startups and […]
Self-Settled Trusts? Why Texas Requires a Third-Party Settlor
Introduction High-net-worth individuals in Texas seeking asset protection often explore self-settled trusts, but the state’s stringent requirements can complicate setup and effectiveness if not handled properly. Inexperienced advisors may fail to emphasize the need for a third-party settlor or trustee, leading to invalid trusts, lost protection, or tax pitfalls. Are you structuring your self-settled trust […]
Throwback Rule? Texas Doesn’t Have One—But Here’s the Catch
Introduction Heard of the “throwback rule” and relieved Texas doesn’t have one? You’re partly right. Texas indeed does not impose a throwback rule, unlike California or New York—but there’s a catch for SaaS and digital businesses. In this 2025 guide, we’ll break down what the throwback rule is, why Texas doesn’t adopt it, and where […]