Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Update – Voluntary Disclosure Program Ended, IRS Special Withdrawal Program Continues, and Audit Investigations May Intensify

As part of Aprio’s continuing commitment to providing organizations with updated information related to the Employee Retention Credit (ERC), we wanted to share some recent developments and considerations within the ERC program. ERC Program Status On January 31, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 7024 that would: However, at this time, the bill…

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Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Update

Aprio ERC Update

As part of Aprio’s continuing commitment to providing organizations with updated information related to the Employee Retention Credit (ERC,) we wanted to share some recent developments and leading practices to consider. It is important to note that while the ERC was enacted as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and…

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Employee Retention Credits in M&A Transactions

At a glance Are you ready to learn more? Schedule a conversation with our team. The full story: ERCs may have started as a helpful tool for businesses suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic, but they didn’t stay that way for long. Now, just three years later, ERCs have earned a place on the IRS’s “Dirty…

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How Does the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) Impact Your ICS?

By: Donna Dominguez and Deirdre Bond At a glance Connect with Aprio today for assistance efficiently completing your Incurred Cost Submissions. The full story: Government contractors that received an Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC or ERTC) for 2020 or 2021 are required to show this in the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS.) Many questions can arise…

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Up to $26K Per Employee! What’s the Catch with the ERC?

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At a glance The full story: In the mail. On the radio. In your Facebook feed. Ads for the employee retention credit (ERC) are everywhere. Perhaps you’ve had the same thought that I have when reading or listening to these urgent prompts to get your ERC credit now – the IRS wants to give me…

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Maximizing Your R&D Credit as an ERC Recovery Startup Business

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At a glance The main takeaway: ERC recovery startup businesses aren’t excluded from claiming the R&D Tax Credit, but strict rules prevent companies from receiving double benefits. Impact on your startup: The right strategy could help you maximize both credits and increase cash flow by reducing your payroll tax liability through fully refundable credits. Next…

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Three Ways a Change in Ownership can Impact ERC Value

At a glance The main takeaway: Companies involved in an acquisition or disposition during 2020 or 2021 have additional considerations for determining eligibility. Impact on your business: Any acquisition could impact your gross receipts analysis and your eligibility for the ERC. Next steps: Contact Aprio to assess your ERC eligibility and understand the impact any…

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The Next Hurdle in your ERC Claim: Financial Reporting

At a glance: The main takeaway: Industry experts have recommended using the loss recovery model in response to widespread confusion about reporting the ERC in financial statements. Impact on your business: The loss recovery model means you can report ERC claims sooner and avoids any need to amend previous financial statements, but you must be certain in…

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