fondo-core-workflow-b
Execute Fondo R&D tax credit workflow: qualify activities, calculate credits, file Form 6765, and claim payroll tax offset for startups. Trigger: "fondo R&D credit", "fondo tax credit", "fondo Form 6765", "startup tax credit".
Best use case
fondo-core-workflow-b is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Execute Fondo R&D tax credit workflow: qualify activities, calculate credits, file Form 6765, and claim payroll tax offset for startups. Trigger: "fondo R&D credit", "fondo tax credit", "fondo Form 6765", "startup tax credit".
Teams using fondo-core-workflow-b should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/fondo-core-workflow-b/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How fondo-core-workflow-b Compares
| Feature / Agent | fondo-core-workflow-b | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Execute Fondo R&D tax credit workflow: qualify activities, calculate credits, file Form 6765, and claim payroll tax offset for startups. Trigger: "fondo R&D credit", "fondo tax credit", "fondo Form 6765", "startup tax credit".
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Fondo Core Workflow B: R&D Tax Credits
## Overview
Claim R&D tax credits through Fondo. Startups with US W-2 employees doing qualifying R&D can offset up to $500,000/year in payroll taxes (FICA). Fondo's CPA team prepares the Form 6765 study.
## R&D Credit Calculation
```
Qualifying R&D Expenses:
W-2 wages for R&D employees: $480,000
Contractor payments (65%): $78,000
Cloud compute (AWS/GCP): $36,000
Software tools for R&D: $12,000
--------
Total Qualified Research Expenses: $606,000
Credit Rate (Alternative Simplified): ~6-8%
Estimated R&D Credit: ~$42,000
```
## Qualifying Activities
| Qualifies | Does NOT Qualify |
|-----------|-----------------|
| Developing new software features | Routine maintenance/bug fixes |
| Improving existing algorithms | Marketing or sales activities |
| Building internal tools | Purchasing off-the-shelf software |
| API integrations requiring experimentation | Simple data entry or configuration |
| Machine learning model development | General management |
| Infrastructure automation | Accounting or legal work |
## Timeline
| Month | Activity |
|-------|----------|
| Jan-Feb | Fondo collects prior year R&D data from payroll and expenses |
| Mar | CPA team interviews founders about qualifying activities |
| Apr | R&D credit study prepared, Form 6765 drafted |
| Apr 15 | Filed with corporate tax return (or extension) |
| May-Jun | IRS processes credit, payroll tax offset begins |
## Payroll Tax Offset (Startups)
```
Eligibility for payroll tax offset (Section 41(h)):
✓ Less than $5M gross receipts in current year
✓ No gross receipts in any year before the 5-year period ending in current year
✓ Filed as election on Form 6765
Offset: Up to $250,000 per year against employer FICA (6.2%)
Up to $250,000 per year against Medicare (1.45%)
Total: Up to $500,000/year in payroll tax savings
```
## Error Handling
| Issue | Solution |
|-------|----------|
| Credit lower than expected | Review qualifying activity classifications with CPA |
| Missing contractor data | Upload 1099 forms to Fondo dashboard |
| Late filing | File extension (Form 7004) before April 15 |
| IRS audit of R&D claim | Fondo provides audit defense documentation |
## Resources
- [Fondo R&D Credits](https://fondo.com/tax-credits)
- [IRS Form 6765](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-6765)
- [R&D Credit FAQ](https://fondo.com/blog/fondo-rd-credits-faq)
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