New Hampshire: tax incentives, credits and advisors
New Hampshire credits apply against business profits and enterprise taxes.
Facts checked 2026-10-26 against the official sources linked below.
Below are the major New Hampshire incentives we could verify against an official source, grouped by type. This is not an exhaustive list of every state program. Credits flagged Transferable can be sold or assigned to another taxpayer under state rules; see transferable state tax credits. Each row shows the date we last checked it.
New Hampshire research and development incentives
| Incentive | Type | Who qualifies | Amount, rate or cap | Transferable | Refundable | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research and development tax credit | Credit | Businesses with qualified manufacturing research wages in New Hampshire | 10% of qualified wages; up to $50,000 per taxpayer a year; 5-year carryforward | Not stated | Not stated | Active | NH DRA, Research and Development Tax Credit Program Last verified 2026-10-26 |
New Hampshire charitable giving incentives
| Incentive | Type | Who qualifies | Amount, rate or cap | Transferable | Refundable | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Development Finance Authority tax credit | Credit | Businesses contributing to CDFA-approved community development projects | 75% of the contribution, against business profits, business enterprise or insurance premium taxes | Not stated | Not stated | Active | NH DRA, CDFA Tax Credit; NH CDFA, Tax Credit Program Last verified 2026-10-26 |
Advisors located in New Hampshire
- Sheridan CPA Nashua, NH
Listed alphabetically by the location on each advisor's public listing; not a recommendation. Many firms also serve clients in other states.
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Common questions
What does the NH R&D credit pay?
10% of qualified wages, up to $50,000 a year.
What is the CDFA credit?
A 75% credit for contributions to approved community projects.
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