What I Do
Specialized Support for Film Financing
I help filmmakers, investors, and production companies use the tax code to fund projects more efficiently and reduce financial risk. My work centers on Internal Revenue Code Section 181 and other film-specific tax incentives that strengthen financing packages and improve investor appeal.
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I guide productions through the rules, qualifications, and timing requirements needed to make expenses immediately deductible. This includes entity structuring, budget qualification, and coordination with legal teams to ensure the election is properly documented.
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Film investment is high risk. I design tax-efficient financing plans that combine Section 181 with other applicable incentives, giving investors stronger downside protection while maximizing available benefits.
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Successful use of Section 181 depends on accuracy. I prepare the required elections, filings, and financial statements so your project stays compliant and your tax position is fully supported.
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Independent films often rely on a mix of federal incentives and state-level credits. I help align these programs with your financing strategy to create a competitive, investor-friendly package.
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Film tax strategy is highly specialized. Most CPAs don’t work in this space. My practice is dedicated to film and media, offering guidance informed by decades of transactional experience and more than 70 completed projects.