Who Was Eligible ERC?
The ERC was created to support businesses that retained employees during COVID-19 and was available to employers facing revenue decline or government shutdowns in 2020 and 2021.
How Much Could You Claim?
In 2020, eligible employers could claim 50% of qualified wages, up to $5,000 per employee for the year.
In 2021, the credit increased to 70% of wages, up to $7,000 per employee per quarter, totaling up to $21,000 for the first three quarters.