The IRS added widely circulating promoter claims involving Employee Retention Tax Credits (ERTC) as a new entry in the annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams. These promotions can be based on inaccurate information related to eligibility for and computation of the credit. Eligible taxpayers can claim the ERTC on an original or amended employment tax return for qualified wages paid between March 13, 2020 through December 31, 2021.
“The aggressive marketing of these credits is deeply troubling and a major concern for the IRS,” said IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel. “Businesses need to think twice before filing a claim for these credits. While the credit has provided a financial lifeline to millions of businesses, there are promoters misleading people and businesses into thinking they can claim these credits. People should remember the IRS is actively auditing and conducting criminal investigations related to these false claims. We urge honest taxpayers not to be caught up in these schemes,” he added.
Further, abusive ERTC promotions highlight day one of the IRS annual Dirty Dozen campaign. These are a list of 12 scams and schemes that put taxpayers and the tax professional community at risk of losing money, personal information, data and more. More information can be found here on Abusive Tax Schemes and Abusive Tax Return Preparers – IRS Lead Development Center | Internal Revenue Service.
Please consult with the Covid-19 Team at Tronconi Segarra & Associates to determine if you are eligible to claim the ERTC.
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