South Carolina— Corporate, Personal Income Taxes: Headquarters, Job Retraining, and Other Credits Modified

July 10, 2024

South Carolina has expanded the corporate headquarters credit so that it also applies to the individual income tax, and references to “corporation” are replaced with references to “taxpayer.” The law is also amended to specify that a taxpayer, or taxpayer’s business unit, doing business solely in South Carolina does not qualify as a headquarters. Qualifying […]

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South Carolina—Guidance on Solar Energy Credit Provided

June 25, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Revenue has released an advisory opinion on the Solar Energy Credit, outlining its application and clarifying its various aspects. The credit is aimed at taxpayers who purchase and install qualifying solar energy systems, small hydropower systems, or geothermal machinery and equipment. The credit is equal to 25% of the costs […]

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South Carolina—Corporate, Personal Income Taxes: Apprentice Credit Expanded

May 31, 2024

South Carolina has modified the apprentice credit provisions, which previously allowed a credit amount of $1,000 for each apprentice employed. Under the amended provisions, the credit equals the greater of the cost of the apprenticeship or $1,000 for each apprentice employed, but not to exceed $4,000 for an apprentice, or $6,000 for the youth apprenticeship […]

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South Carolina—Multiple Taxes: Abandoned Buildings Credit Extended

May 22, 2024

South Carolina has extended until December 31, 2035, the Abandoned Buildings Revitalization Act, under which income and property tax credits are available to taxpayers who rehabilitate qualified abandoned buildings. Previously, the provisions were set to expire on December 31, 2025. In addition, the maximum income tax credit amount for any taxpayer in a tax year […]

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California tax breaks for semiconductor companies

October 27, 2023

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a budget bill that includes tax breaks for semiconductor companies. Senate Bill 131 modifies the new employment tax credit to attract semiconductor factories, responding to federal incentives aimed at strengthening the microprocessor supply chain.     Don’t leave money on the table. Reach out to Ashmore Consulting to learn about the tax […]

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