The ADA specifically states that improving access to the disabled includes improving communication access for those who are deaf or speech-impaired. By making your business more accessible to the deaf and speech impaired, the ADA can bring new customers to your business. You can also get a tax credit and a deduction if you qualify. This tax credit and deduction can be used annually. Tax Credits Tax credits are better than tax deductions.
Tax credits reduce taxes on a 'dollar for dollar' basis.
You can use tax credits to reduce quarterly estimated tax payments or due with your year-end return. Tax credits can be carried back 1 year and forward 20 years. A New Computerized Service Qualifies A service called AdaCom is now available to improve communication with the deaf and speech impaired and it qualifies for the tax credit. AdaCom provides an e-mail link between the TTY machines the deaf use and your computer. Benefits Communications Services - Access to a communications server for one year that allows the deaf and speech impaired to contact your business toll free.