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There's a 15-year amortization period if a US company hires an offshore developer. It's only a 5-year period if the developer is American.



Did you know that other countries have software companies too?


You're undoubtedly aware the US has an outsize influence on the sector.

Also this line of argument rests on the idea that the downturn is exclusive to Section 174, but it is not. Raising interest rates across the world are a major factor.


Yes. I'm in one of those "other countries" and talented people aim for American companies with local offices. They pay more and hire more.



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