Tariffs, Taxes, and Maximizing Tax Breaks for SPF Contractors

In this episode of Foam-It-Right®, hosts Eddie Canales and Frank Mortl III sit down with Craig Brightup, CEO of The Brightup Group LLC, a government relations consulting firm in Washington, DC, to decode the massive legislative shifts affecting your rig and your bottom line. We dive into the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on IEEPA-based tariffs, the rollout of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBB) Act, and what the 2026 political landscape means for the future of spray foam.

Episode Highlights:

• [05:30] Supreme Court Update: The death of IEEPA tariffs and the quest for refunds
• [15:45] The OBBB Act: Section 199A, 168K, and 179 explained for contractors
• [35:10] Election Watch: Predicting the balance of power in November 2026

Resources & Links

• SPFA Contractor Membership Information: https://www.sprayfoam.org/spfa-contractor-membership/
• SPFA Advocacy Network: https://www.sprayfoam.org/advocacy/
• IRS Qualified business income deduction: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/qualified-business-income-deduction
• 2026 Section 179 Deduction: Complete Guide & Limits: https://www.section179.org/section_179_deduction/

 

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