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Pandemic Relief You Probably Missed.
Claim up to $32,220 in Self-employed tax refunds

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act were passed to support individuals and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The FFCRA, passed in March 2020, provided paid sick leave and unemployment benefits to employees of companies with W-2 employees. The CARES Act, passed in December 2020, expanded the FFCRA to include self-employed individuals, freelancers, independent contractors, and gig workers. These acts provide tax credits to self-employed individuals to reimburse them for lost income due to the pandemic. These acts were designed to ensure that people affected by the pandemic are not left behind.

Our tax specialists have developed the quickest, most secure, and simplest solution for self-employed folks and sole proprietors to access the FFCRA federal tax credits.

80% of self-employed workers are unaware they’re even eligible, leaving millions of dollars on the table.

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WHAT
IS THIS?

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act was designed by Congress to help support independent business owners (sole proprietors, freelancers, and gig workers) during the pandemic and ensure we all can build back better.

The FFCRA is the only government program that puts cash back into the hands of the self-employed. It is NOT a loan; it is a refund of the taxes you already paid.

Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), Self Employed individuals are entitled to tax credits for missed work days related to the COVID–19 pandemic to quarantine or recover from any injury, disability, illness, or condition related to the vaccinations.

Source: IRS.gov

Do you qualify?

Can you say yes to these 3 questions?

1

I was self employed or a contractor in 2020 and/or 2021 (1099)

2

My tax return for the relevant period reported positive net income

3

I missed at least 1 work day in 2020 or 2021 due to a COVOD-Related issue. IE - Illness, Quarantine, Closure

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Our team of dedicated CPA’s will make sure that your refund application meets the standards for the IRS.

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Apply in about 7 minutes with a prelimary estimate. Then 1-2 business days later get a verified credit amount from a CPA.

AUDIT PROTECTION

Our audit protection for your tax return provides a safeguard against the IRS scrutiny. Enrolling in this service gives you peace of mind, knowing your tax matters are thoroughly reviewed and defended by professionals.

NO COMMITMENT UNTIL APPROVED

You won’t be required to sign up for our services until after a CPA has verified your eligibility and amount.

We don’t get paid until you do

Unlike many other services, we don’t charge any fees until you receive payment.

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SELF EMPLOYED TAX CREDIT FAQS

What if I already filed my taxes for 2020 & 2021?

We will need to file an amendment on your tax return. We do this all the time. All we require from you is a copy of your 2019, 2020 and 2021 tax returns and a copy of your drivers license and we’ll handle the rest.

What is the Sick & Family Leave Tax Credit?

Self-employed individuals or independent contractors can qualify for the Sick and Family Leave tax credit catered specifically for them. Established by the FFCRA, it allows these eligible individuals to claim a refundable tax credit — as high as 100% — on their income tax for the equating amounts of qualified sick and family leave. They’re eligible if a work or telework hiatus happened due to reasons associated with COVID-19, although there are certain restrictions. For the qualified sick leave, the amount for the credit was the lesser of two values: $511 per day or the average daily self-employment income. The qualifying reasons for an inability to work or telework included: undergoing a quarantine or isolation directive, presenting COVID-19 symptoms that led to seeking medical attention, or providing care for a person with a quarantine order or having symptomatic COVID-19. The defined family leave had a slightly different range, providing the less between $200 per day or two-thirds of the average daily self-employment income. To qualify, the contractor or self-employed individual had to provide care for a child. The school or care setting of that child needed to have been shut down as a consequence of COVID-19. To receive this tax credit, two conditions must be met. Firstly, the taxpayer must be an eligible contractor or self-employed individual. Secondly, these parties must disclose the value of the qualified sick and family leave on their tax returns from 2019, 2020, or 2021. The year is contingent on when the leave was employed in their calendar. The tax allowance continues supporting those affected by the pandemic, providing some financial respite during challenging times.

Are there any deadlines for claiming SETC?

Yes, two deadlines apply to the amended tax returns required for your claim. The deadline for your 2020 amended tax return is April 15, 2024. This deadline applies to the period between April 1, 2020, and March 31, 2021, and accounts for $15,110 of the SETC value. The deadline for your 2021 amended tax return is April 15, 2025. This deadline applies to the period between April 1, 2021, and September 30, 2021, and accounts for $17,110 of the SETC value.

Do I have to repay the funds I recieve?

No, the SETC is not a loan or grant. The funds you receive from the SETC are a refund against the taxes you have already paid or owe. These tax credits are intended to compensate you for the income you have lost due to COVID-19.

What documentation do I need to provide?

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How long will it take to receive my SETC refund?

It can take up to three weeks for the IRS to acknowledge their acceptance of your SETC claim and 20 weeks for the IRS to process your SETC claim and issue your checks or direct deposit. However, our clients typically receive their refund in about nine weeks. Clients who opt for direct deposit may receive their refund even sooner.

What is the difference between the SETC and FFCRA tax credits?

It can take up to three weeks for the IRS to acknowledge their acceptance of your SETC claim and 20 weeks for the IRS to process your SETC claim and issue your checks or direct deposit. However, our clients typically receive their refund in about nine weeks. Clients who opt for direct deposit may receive their refund even sooner.

What does it mean to be self-employed?

The IRS considers self-employed individuals to be those whom the following applies: You carry on a trade or business as a sole proprietor or an independent contractor. You are a member of a partnership that carries on a trade or business. You are otherwise in business for yourself (including a part-time business or a gig worker).

What does this cost?

Our services, to get your estimate, to apply to be pre-qualified with a CPA, are free. Once you are qualified, you will get to choose between paying up front or after you get your credit. Our CPA firm charges 16% of your credit + a processing fee and gives the option to pay one or both later for a small fee.

What is a Schedule SE tax form?

A Schedule SE tax form is one of the schedules in an IRS Form 1040 (“U.S. Individual Income Tax Return”). A Schedule SE is used to calculate individuals’ total self-employment taxes. Self-employment taxes include Social Security and Medicare taxes, similar to those withheld for W-2 employees.

What is an IRS Form 1040-X?

An IRS Form 1040-X is an “Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return.” Since the FFCRA’s sick leave and family leave tax credits for self-employed individuals now have to be claimed retroactively, claimants must also amend their income tax returns. Note: When you use the Claim MyCredit portal (SETC Self-Service Platform) your IRS Form 1040-Xs are filed on your behalf.

What is an IRS Form 7202?

An IRS Form 7202 is the core document used to claim sick leave and family leave tax credits for self-employed individuals. 7202s are meant to detail self-employed individuals’ eligibility and tax credit calculations. When you use the Claim My Credit Portal your IRS Form 7202 is filed on your behalf.