The SETC Tax Credit
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The SETC, meaning "Self-Employed Tax Credit", is a specific tax credit created to give financial relief to self-employed workers who were harmed by the COVID-19 pandemic. This credit was implemented as part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) to support sole proprietors, independent contractors, gig workers, and other self-employed professionals dealing with economic challenges due to the pandemic.
One of the key features of the SETC tax credit is that it is a refundable credit, not a loan. This means that eligible self-employed people can receive the credit as a refund, even if they have no tax liability. The credit essentially reduces their tax burden on a dollar-for-dollar basis, potentially leading to a significant increase in their tax refund.
The SETC tax credit aims to provide self-employed individuals financial support like the paid sick and family leave benefits typically offered to employees. By offering this credit, the government recognizes the unique challenges faced by the self-employed sector during the pandemic and aims to mitigate income disruptions and promote greater financial stability for these professionals.