The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC) is a refundable tax credit designed to reward business owners for retaining employees throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The Employee Retention Credit is available to both small- and mid-sized businesses. It was signed into law on March 27, 2020, as part of the CARES Act. The bill was significantly expanded in 2021.
Business owners impacted by COVID-19 can claim up to $5,000 in refundable tax credits for each employee on their payroll in 2020 and up to a $7,000 credit per quarter (excluding Q4) for each employee in 2021.
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“Businesses that received PPP loans in 2020 or 2021 can still claim the ERC”
The Employee Retention Credit is currently one of the largest credits available to business owners, delivering thousands of dollars in credits per employee with qualified wages. A manufacturing company with an annual revenue of $115 million and 246 employees received a credit equal to $1.06 million in Q1 of 2021. A few of their qualifying factors were:
Call Tax Network USA today for a free no obligation consultation and see if you and your business qualify for The Employee Retention Credit.
The IRS Fresh Start tax initiative is generous and inclusive. However, there are some basic requirements to know about. Here’s what it takes to qualify:
The underlying requirement is that you must apply for the option you think is appropriate for your situation. The IRS won’t automatically apply the Fresh Start program to your tax debt just because you qualify. The IRS charges interest on tax, penalties, and interest until the balance is paid in full, so it’s crucial to apply or get help as soon as you can.
The IRS can reject your Installment Agreement request for the following reasons:
Normally you have 30 days (postmarked) from the date of your rejection to submit a new Installment Agreement request.
Yes, you must file all required returns or extensions (IRS considers you compliant).
If you have outstanding paperwork, you will not qualify for an Installment Agreement. Before applying, Tax Network USA will make sure that you have filed all requested tax returns and extensions with the IRS.