Turn your company’s innovation into cash that can reduce your burn rate and extend your runway without paying a cent or raising capital
At No Cost To You We Will Complete Your Startup’s R&D Tax Credit Paperwork In 14 Days And Advance You Up To $500,000 Instantly So You Don’t Have To Wait On The IRS
Get Up To $500k In 14 Days
Each year 70% of eligible businesses miss out on their free R&D tax credit money, don’t be one of them!
14 Day Claim
It takes only 14 days on average for us to make your claim.
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No long-term contracts, we let you decide.
Why VC Firms Like Techstars And 2,149 Startup Founders
Choose RDvault Year After Year
Up to 3X Larger Claims – We specialize in maximizing your credit, not just filing it.
Overcompliance – We go beyond IRS standards to reduce audit risk.
Audit-Proof Tax Study – If you ever get audited, our tax studies are audit proof and we include 50 hours of expert audit support.
Our AI Automation = More Money For You – Our proprietary software integrates with popular accounting software like Xero, Gusto, and Quickbooks. Because we can complete claims 43% faster than other firms without sacrificing quality, we pass those savings on to you.
Thousands of Clients Saving on R&D
RDvault have helped me for the past 4 years. They make the whole process as seamless and stress-free for me with their easy to use platform. Their expertise and attention to detail were very impressive and they were able to return a significant amount for my business.
Caroline
What makes RDvault different is not only the software platform which is intuitive, easy to use and self explanatory but also the additional personal and professional service and expertise which RDvault provides during the process of completion. I fully recommend using RDvault especially for early stage companies where you can also control the timing of your own R&D claims.
Chris Hardy
RDvault has an excellent SaaS platform that makes the recording of all the information needed for the claims an extremely easy task.
They’ve also been very helpful in detailing the process and how to collect and produce all the information needed.
Pedro Moreira
Great team to work with. Experienced and focussed, they know the nuances of R&D filing and give you the best advice and writeup for submission. I have done 2 filings with them and have got R&D refund in 3 weeks.
GC
RDvault were amazing to work with. Their platform automates a lot of the painful and manual side of the R&D application and their team are always on hand to help along with way. I’d definitely recommend them to help anyone looking to file an R&D claim.
Johnny Prince
Shoayb and his team were very helpful as per usual and services are improving year on year. We have used RDvault for many years and will be most definitely using them in future claims. Every discussion involves the highest level of clarity and the team ensured we were confident with our claim at every step.
Younus Bhamji
We’ve used RDvault for our past 2 R&D submissions. Shoayb and the team were really helpful through the entire process, helping us to correctly allocate costs to the appropriate parts of the claim and write a narrative that accurately detailed our R&D activities. Very much recommend them!
Anonymous
Great service from RDvault. They really know how the R&D Tax Claim system works and support you through the many complexities.
Many thanks for your support for last years claim and looking forward to working with you on this years claim shortly.
Robert Speht
Speed and efficiency of the RDvault platform is exactly why we have now used them for the last 2-3 years. Simple interface to review your claim and details and also the team was really helpful especially with some of the recent changes and ensuring our claim went in without a hitch. Would recommend 100% of the time
Ewan Cohen
Working with RDvault is truly exceptional. Their platform efficiently automates many of the tedious and manual aspects of the R&D application process, and their responsive team is consistently available to offer assistance and guidance. I highly recommend RDvault to anyone seeking to streamline their R&D claim filing experience.
Akvile Velickaite
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Our Guarantee
Accurate Calculation Guarantee – If there are errors in your calculations, we pay your IRS penalties.
The Industry’s Best Audit Support – Every RDvault study includes 50 hours of expert guidance to defend your claim.
Extensive Study Review – Even though we use AI, every R&D credit claim is thoroughly reviewed by human R&D tax credit specialists. This ensures that no mistakes are made.
Overcompliance – We go beyond IRS standards to reduce audit risk.
How It Works
Onboard
Simply create an account, book a call to meet with us, and provide basic company info. We will make sure you’re eligible. Once you’ve finished signing up, we do all the work.
Automated Data Input
Our software integrates with your accounting systems to automatically determine the eligibility of your business activities and enters payroll & expense details.
Human Review
Our team reviews your study, makes final touches, and reviews it with you.
Tax Study Completed
We send you a fully compliant audit-proof tax study for tax filing, including federal & state forms. Your CPA will then submit it to the IRS.
Get Paid In Advance
Need cash months before the IRS accepts your claim? We offer advances up to $500,000 cash.
Common Questions About the
R&D Tax Credit
How much money can my startup get back from the IRS?
The amount varies based on your qualified expenses, historic R&D spend, and calculation method. While there’s no maximum limit on the total credit, startups using the payroll tax offset can claim up to $500,000 per year. Any excess credit can be applied to future tax liability.
My startup isn’t profitable—do we still qualify?
Yes! Profitability does not affect eligibility. If you don’t have taxable income, you can:
1. Use the credit to offset payroll taxes (if your company has less than 5 years of gross receipts and under $5M in annual revenue).
2. Carry forward the credit until you have a tax liability.
How soon can I get my money after claiming the credit?
- If applied against payroll taxes, the benefit is immediate on your tax return.
- If you file an amended return, it can take 6 to 9 months for the IRS to process the refund.
- RDvault is the only US firm that offers an advance on your credit, so you can get cash months earlier
How is the credit calculated?
There are two calculation methods:
1. Regular Credit Method: Compares current R&D expenses to past years relative to revenue.
2. Alternative Simplified Credit (ASC) Method: Compares your last three years of R&D spend.
RDvault runs both methods to maximize your claim
I don’t have employees—can I still claim the R&D credit?
Yes! Salaries are just one of the qualifying expenses. You can also claim:
- Supplies & materials used in R&D
- Payments to contractors for R&D work
- Cloud computing costs related to R&D
Why hasn’t my CPA mentioned the R&D tax credit?
Most CPAs have broad tax knowledge but aren’t specialists in R&D credits. Because this credit involves complex IRS rules and specialized documentation, many generalist CPAs don’t focus on it. RDvault specializes in maximizing R&D tax credits—often recovering 2-3X more than CPAs.
What happens if I get audited?
If you’re audited, RDvault has you covered with up to 50 hours of audit support. Our R&D tax credit experts will guide you through every step and help you defend your claim.
What if I can’t use the credit this year?
No problem! You can:
- Carry it back 3 years to recover past taxes.
- Carry it forward for up to 20 years until it’s fully used.
For payroll tax offsets, excess credits roll forward until fully applied.
Why should I choose RDvault?
RDvault was built to help startups and innovative companies maximize their R&D tax credit without the complexity. Why we’re different:
- 97% success rate—higher than the industry standard (80-90%).
- Exclusive advance funding—get cash now instead of waiting for the IRS.
- Automation + expert review—AI does the heavy lifting, but real tax pros ensure accuracy.
- 2,000+ claims filed—over $40M recovered for innovative businesses.
What do I receive after filing with RDvault?
Every RDvault study includes:
- Completed tax forms (Form 6765 + applicable state forms)
- Detailed Qualified Research Expense (QRE) report
- Audit-proof documentation & filing instructions
How much does RDvault charge?
Our fee is 3% of the R&D tax credit recovered—no hidden costs.
No tax benefit = No fee. 100% risk-free
Who founded RDvault?
RDvault was founded in 2017 by Shoayb Patel, a chartered accountant from the UK turned tech entrepreneur. Since then, we’ve helped over 2,000 startups claim $40M+ in R&D tax credits.
How can I make the most
of my tax claim?
We’ve seen it all. Reach out today and our team will
get in touch with honest advice.
We’ve seen it all. Reach out today and our team will get in touch with honest advice.
