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2020 vs. 2021 Employee Retention Credit Comparison Chart

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Eligible employers can receive a refundable payroll tax credit of 50% of wages paid to employees between March 13th, 2020 and December 31st, 2020. Eligible employers can receive a refundable payroll tax credit up to 70% of qualifying wages paid between January 1, 2021 and July 1, 2021. Eligible Employers.

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The House Votes to Extend Employee Retention Tax Credit Through December 2021

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The House has voted 219-212 to extend the Employee Retention Credit through December 31, 2021 as part of the $1.9 The Employee Retention Credit is a 70% refundable payroll tax credit on up to $10,000 of qualifying wages per quarter in 2021 for qualifying companies. Jason Melillo, CPA, Principal. About the Author.

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2021 Tax Preparation for Small Business

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If you want to make sure that you and your small business are ready for the 2021 tax season, then it is essential to remain well organized throughout the year. Lastly, you need to know about all of the various tax deadlines that might apply to your business throughout the year. Excise Tax. 2021 Tax Prep for Businesses.

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AICPA Offers ERC Resources as IRS Voluntary Disclosure Program Ends

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Since 2021, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has spoken out against unscrupulous third-party vendors promoting improper Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims. The Internal Revenue Service has heeded the concerns of CPAs from across the country and taken steps to curb fraudulent ERC claims.

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Next Steps for Restaurants as CARES Act Programs Wind Down

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Important ERTC Takeaways: Still applicable to 2020 and 2021 taxes No application necessary, simply file an amended payroll tax return Strong chance for an IRS audit within 5 years ERTC can increase businesses’ taxable income Tip wages also count towards ERTC. ERTC for Restaurants.

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AICPA Releases Statement on IRS Announcement Concerning ERC Mills

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The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) released a statement following an announcement by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) detailing additional steps being taken to address aggressive and unscrupulous Employee Retention Credit (ERC) mills.

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Big Employee Retention Credit Update For Skagit County Businesses

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So, while the IRS has not yet released their guidance for 2021 on the Employee Retention Credit, we can go straight to the sources and pick apart the legislation to look for changes compared to the original CARES Act of 2020. Here’s probably the biggest whammy when it comes to claiming this tax credit. Who is eligible for the ERC?