10/22/2026
We are in Hot Springs this week for the Preserve Arkansas conference, taking a closer look at historic preservation tax credits and the planning needed to use them effectively. From applications and project approvals to qualifying expenses and tax reporting, getting the details right from the beginning matters.
These opportunities extend beyond Arkansas. Arkansas’s regular historic rehabilitation tax credit ranges from 25% to 40% of qualified expenses, depending on the property location, with different limits for income producing and non income producing properties. Mississippi offers a 25% state credit. Oklahoma offers a 20% state credit that can be combined with the 20% federal historic rehabilitation credit, potentially bringing combined credits to 40% of qualifying expenses.
The federal credit generally applies to qualifying income producing historic properties, not personal residences, while some state programs also cover eligible owner occupied homes. Eligibility, project approvals, expense limits, and the ability to use the credits all matter. These incentives can make a substantial difference in a restoration project financial feasibility, but they require careful planning.
At Reed’s Tax Service, we are continuing to build our knowledge of these programs so we can help clients evaluate the opportunities and understand the tax requirements. If you are planning a historic renovation or working through your project numbers, let us talk about what makes sense for your bottom line.