The IES Houston Section invites you to our February Luncheon Meeting

Tax Advantages to Performing Lighting Upgrades

SPEAKER:

CHRIS OSTLER
CPA

ENGINEERED
TAX SERVICES

Professional Education Credit:

This instructor-led program will offer 1.0 AIA Learning Unit or 1.0 continuing professional education credit (CPE) from the AICPA

Continuing Education Providers:

NASBA CPE Provider #108810
AIA CES Provider #E275
USGBC LEED AP CE Provider #319613

This presentation will review tax deduction laws pertaining to performing lighting upgrades.

·         Gain an understanding of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and recently extended 179D Federal Tax benefits available for the design of energy-efficient buildings.

·         Recognize the benefits for Property Owners, Investors, CPA's, Real Estate Attorneys, Architects, Engineers, Corporations, Energy Consultants and Lighting, HVAC, Roof & Insulation Contractors.

·         Learn how the “Designer” (Architect, Engineer, and Specialty Contractor) qualifies to claim substantial tax benefits under 179D for any public or government-owned buildings.

·         Learn how to take advantage of new energy tax incentives, niche strategies like cost segregation studies and insurance replacement appraisals for valuable tax savings and increased cash flow.

·         Understand how these new tax strategies offered by the government, can become an additional value-added service to your clients, as well as a revenue stream for your firm.

WHEN: 11:30AM - 1:00PM
DATE: Tuesday; February 14, 2012

COST (Includes Lunch):
          $25 for Members with Advance Reservations
          $30 for Non-Members and Walk-Ups
          Free for Students

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Reservations must be received by Friday, February 10, 2012 

(Cancellations must be received by this date or you will be billed)

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For more details about this program,
Contact John Baker by CLICKING HERE or call 713-664-6641