Employee Retention Credit Compliance in 2026: Audit Defense Under the OBBBA Six-Year Statute
A practical 2026 guide for businesses with ERC exposure — the closed voluntary disclosure window, the OBBBA six-year statute on Q3/Q4 2021 claims, the categorical disallowance of late filings after January 31 2024, the promoter penalties reaching back to March 12 2020, and the audit file examiners actually request.
Coronavirus Relief Bills: A Small Business Guide to PPP, ERC, and EIDL Taxes
How the CARES Act, Consolidated Appropriations Act, and American Rescue Plan reshaped small business taxes—covering PPP forgiveness, the Employee Retention Credit, EIDL loans, deferred payroll taxes, and the April 15, 2025 deadline for 2021 ERC claims.
COVID-19 Relief Programs and Your Taxes: PPP, EIDL, and PUA Explained
Forgiven PPP loans are federally tax-free and the expenses paid with them remain fully deductible, but EIDL loans, EIDL Advance grants, and PUA benefits each carry distinct tax treatment — including a one-time $10,200 unemployment exclusion for 2020 under the American Rescue Plan.
Employee Retention Credit Update 2026: Pending Refunds, New Compliance Rules, and What to Do Next
As of 2026, most outstanding Employee Retention Credit claims sit in audit, appeal, or litigation rather than ordinary processing queues. The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act blocked late 2021 Q3/Q4 claims filed after January 31, 2024, and extended the IRS audit window for ERC claims to six years.
PPP Loan Forgiveness: Your Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Navigating the PPP loan forgiveness process is essential for small businesses to avoid repayment. This guide details the criteria for full forgiveness, including eligible expenses and necessary documentation.
Your Complete Guide to PPP Loan Forgiveness in 2025
Navigate the process of securing Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness in 2025. Understand eligibility, application requirements, and the streamlined process for businesses still seeking relief.