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R&D TAX CREDIT

The work you've already done could be worth a six-figure tax credit.

  • Experts build your study, not just software
  • Connects to GitHub and Jira. Months become an afternoon.
  • Reviewed and audit-ready before filing

Four questions. No commitment.

$800M
in R&D credits identified for clients
80%
of companies that qualify think they don't
$250K
max payroll offset for startups
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Arvo's R&D portal: pulls from GitHub, Jira, and more.

R&D fuels growth

Our automated software platform turns your innovation efforts into a reliable source of cash flow.
By identifying and capturing every available credit, we help you improve profitability with no upfront cost.

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$500k

Max payroll tax offset for qualified startups

Percent

80%

Percentage of companies that believe they do not qualify for the R&D Tax Credit,
but actually do

growth

$800M

Total R&D credits identified for our clients

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (R&D) TAX CREDIT

Solve problems. Save on taxes.

Companies in software, manufacturing, and engineering constantly build new things, but the cost of this work often squeezes profits. The R&D Tax Credit helps businesses get money back for qualified research, but figuring it out can be a big headache.

Arvo offers a simpler way to get your R&D Tax credits with our expert-created platform. It’s easy to use, fits with your existing tools, and is smart enough to ensure you get all the credit you deserve.

check  See your savings clearly: Our platform shows you exactly what research activities qualify and your potential savings on an easy-to-read dashboard

check  Get every dollar you’re owed: Our software, built on IRS audit rules, calculates your credit in real-time, and every claim is reviewed by R&D tax credit experts.

check No more paperwork stress: We automate collecting your data, submitting government forms, and even generate the reports you need to prove your claim.

check Connects to the tools your engineers already use: Link GitHub or Jira, or upload release notes, specs, and road maps. We read titles, descriptions, and dates, never source code.

check Connects to the tools your engineers already use: Link GitHub or Jira, or upload release notes, specs, and road maps. We read titles, descriptions, and dates, never source code.

check Innovate confidently: Keep building and improving, knowing our experts and secure platform handle all the rules, paperwork, and IRS audit support for you.

EXPLORE EVERYTHING ARVO OFFERS

Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping

Perfect financials—on time, every time.

Tax Planning

Tax Planning

Don’t just file. Know you’re capitalizing on every available opportunity.

WOTC

WOTC

Hire disadvantaged job-seekers. Get paid. Win-win.

Bundle

Bundle

Build a holistic tax strategy. Achieve your goals.

A smarter way to claim R&D

RD confused about qualification

Confused about qualification?

You don’t need a lab coat to qualify for the R&D credit. If you’re developing new or improved products, processes, or software, you likely qualify. Our experts help you apply the IRS’s Four-Part Test to your everyday activities to uncover the hidden value in your work.

R&D

Start with a draft, not a blank page

Listing every project is the slowest part of an R&D study. Connect GitHub or Jira, or upload release notes. The Evidence Engine reads titles, descriptions, and dates, never your source code, and drafts the list for you. You pick what counts. A tax expert reviews each one before it enters your study.

Demystify qualification

New or improved products

  • Developing entirely new products or software applications
  • Creating and testing prototypes and models
  • Improving the function, performance, or reliability of existing products
  • Designing new formulas or inventions
  • And more

New or improved processes

  • Developing new or improved manufacturing processes
  • Designing and developing custom equipment
  • Automating internal tasks or operational systems
  • Improving quality control or testing procedures
  • And more

Fund your innovation

BOOKKEEPING

Generic accounting misses the nuances that make a business unique. Our experts have deep experience in key industries, understanding the specific revenue models and compliance challenges that define your field.

Software-Technology

Tech

Fewer than 30% of eligible SMBs claim
R&D credits, leaving billions in innovation funding unclaimed.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

61% of all R&D credits are claimed by
the manufacturing sector for process
and product improvements.

Engineering

Engineering

58% of engineering firms conduct
qualifying R&D; we help you claim
it without risk.

Medical

Medical

$245 Billion invested annually in U.S.
medical and health R&D, creating
significant tax credit opportunities.

Construction

Construction

Claim your share of the $28.2 million
in credits construction firms earn
for everyday innovation.

Architecture

Architecture

A landmark 2023 ruling expanded eligibility
for architects, rewarding work you’re
already doing.

Easy process. Real value.

We protect your time and save you money.

Jason Barton

President, Barton Staffing Solutions

“The team at Arvo go above and beyond for our team at Barton Staffing to provide us with weekly reporting along with real-time data to make sure we are capitalizing on each and every opportunity. Arvo Tech is more than a vendor; they are a partner.”

Jason Barton
Will Zell

Co-Founder and CEO, AssetWatch

“Take the time to sit down and talk with the Arvo team. It’s worth your time. Within 5 minutes you will say yes.”

Will Zell
Jenny Gardner

Chief of Staff, ATG Limited

“The team was super responsive to our request, timeline, and various questions. We made the decision to pursue the credit pretty late in the game to meet our tax deadline and they really supported us on the effort. All wins in our book.”

Jenny Gardner
Sham Mustafa

CEO, Correlation One

“Our experience with the Arvo team was outstanding! We were not familiar with the R&D credit and felt the process would be cumbersome. The Arvo team was really knowledgeable, very responsive, and solutions-oriented.”

Sham Mustafa
April Seggebruch

EVP, Movista

“To be honest, I figured claiming the R&D tax credit would be an awful process, kind of like going to the dentist. With Arvo understanding the program was streamlined, easy, and presented in very simple terms. The team did a great job of removing all the clutter; getting down to what mattered most, and walking us through the process.”

April Seggebruch
Richard Cumberland

Controller, Zupt, LLC

“We had done R&D studies with another company that just took way too much employee and management time. And they were very expensive. Then I found Arvo. And it was an entirely different story. Clear directions. Easy software. Helpful people. Reasonable fees.”

Richard Cumberland

CASE STUDY

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WEBINAR

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FAQs

Is Arvo a good fit for my small, growing business?

Absolutely. Arvo was built specifically to give small and medium-sized businesses the enterprise-grade financial expertise once reserved for large corporations. Over 90% of our clients joined us as SMBs, and they stay with us for an average of five years because we are a long-term growth partner, providing the stable foundation and expert guidance you need to scale with confidence.

What does the onboarding process look like?

Five steps. You start with a working session with an Arvo tax expert, where you'll connect GitHub or Jira, or upload release notes and specs, and get through most of your first study year. The Evidence Engine drafts the project list from your records so you're reviewing, not writing. Any additional years are completed on your own time, usually one to two hours. Our experts validate the study in one to two days, then deliver your tax forms and audit-ready study. Arvo or your tax preparer files from there.

Am I just buying software, or do I get a real person to talk to?

You get the best of both worlds. Our platform automates data collection, but our team of engineers, scientists, and tax experts provides the critical analysis and narrative required to build a defensible claim. We are your trusted advisors, not just another app.

Our Evidence Engine suggests projects. It never decides. A tax expert reviews 100% of studies before anything is filed.

How does the R&D credit help my business grow?

The R&D tax credit provides a dollar-for-dollar reduction of your tax liability, directly improving your cash flow. This capital can be reinvested into hiring more engineers, buying new equipment, and ultimately, accelerating your innovation and growth cycle.