State & Local Tax Practice Identifies Millions in Unexpected Refunds

BDO’s State & Local Tax Practice has a dedicated group of professionals working to secure material state income tax refund claims for clients. Using in-house technology, they proactively review clients’ state income tax returns and identify possible refund opportunities. The group shares its findings with BDO colleagues nationwide and presents potential opportunities to clients. Learn more in the following state income tax refund success stories.

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