Episode 166 — LinkedIn Content
Completed Contract Method vs Cash Basis | Concrete Numbers
Episode 166 — LinkedIn Write-Up
Completed Contract Method vs Cash Basis | Concrete Numbers

Most contractors are using cash basis accounting without realizing it may be costing them significant tax deferral opportunities.

If you do long-term construction jobs that span multiple tax years, you may be paying taxes on income before the project is even complete. The Completed Contract Method (CCM) can change that — allowing qualifying contractors to defer income and expenses until a job is substantially finished.

For a $3 million project with $600,000 in profit, that deferral at a 30% rate is potentially $180,000 staying inside your business instead of going to the IRS early.

But CCM isn’t a silver bullet. Income bunching, cash flow timing mismatches, and entity structure can all create problems if the strategy isn’t properly planned.

If you’re a contractor with long-term jobs and you’ve never had a real conversation about your accounting method, you may be leaving significant money on the table.

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If you’re a contractor with long-term construction projects and want to evaluate whether your current accounting method is helping or hurting your tax position:

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Disclaimer: This content is provided for educational purposes only and is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Every situation is unique, so consult your own attorney, CPA, or financial advisor before making decisions based on this information.