Unlock $32,220 in Unclaimed Covid-19 Relief: SETC Pros Reveals Lifeline for Self-Employed Workers

Unlock $32,220 in Unclaimed Covid-19 Relief: SETC Pros Reveals Lifeline for Self-Employed Workers

SETC Pros, based in Washington D.C., is a leading team of tax and legal experts providing transformative financial relief through the Self-Employed Tax Credit (SETC) Refund Program. Established under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), the SETC offers much-needed financial support to self-employed individuals who faced hardships during the 2020 and 2021 pandemic years.

A Monetary Reward for Self-Employed Workers

“The SETC is a significant tax credit refund designed to compensate self-employed workers who struggled during the pandemic,” says Ryan Umina, CEO of SETC Pros and member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40. “However, an estimated 85% of eligible individuals haven’t claimed it yet. Unfortunately, the government doesn’t actively promote this benefit, leaving many unaware of this valuable resource.”

What is the SETC Tax Credit Refund?

The SETC is a refundable tax credit that compensates qualified self-employed individuals for income lost due to COVID-19. This includes shutdowns, quarantines, caring for sick family members, or even experiencing vaccine side effects.

SETC Pros: Your Risk-Free Path to Relief

SETC Pros understands the complexities of navigating the tax code. Utilizing our seamless, proprietary technology driven platform, independent contractors, gig workers, freelancers, and sole proprietors can get an estimated refund calculation within seconds. Key benefits include:

  • No Cost to Apply
  • Quick and Easy Process
  • No Tax Forms to Upload

 

Applicants can qualify for up to $32,220 in COVID relief funds.

SETC Pros offers a 100% free qualification check. If you’re eligible, our platform will prepare all necessary documents for you to file the amended return for the 2021 tax year to claim the SETC credit refund. For those owing nothing in back taxes, there is no upfront cost. We only get paid if we successfully recover your tax credit fund. For those with a prior IRS balance owed, we offer cost-effective options for taking advantage of this program.

Partnering with TaxStatus for a Seamless Claiming Process

SETC Pros has partnered with TaxStatus to streamline the process. This partnership allows us to obtain verified IRS data without clients needing to upload documents, thus eliminating errors and fraud. Our proprietary software creates the necessary documents for filing with the IRS, ready for client signature.

Real People, Real Results

“I couldn’t believe how easy it was to claim this tax credit!” exclaims Scotty Ross, an Uber driver and TikTok creator from Phoenix, Arizona. “SETC Pros made the whole process painless. As someone clueless about taxes, having a company automatically find and recover my missing tax credits was a lifesaver. I received $2,540 thanks to SETC Pros, and I’m telling everyone I know! My dad even got back $900 with their help.”

Now Accepting SETC Refund Applications!

We are now accepting and processing SETC refund applications for the 2021 tax year. Using our proprietary, technology-driven platform, you can join other independent contractors, gig workers, and sole proprietors in claiming the credit for income lost due to COVID-related reasons in 2021. The deadline for claiming the credit for 2021 is April 18, 2025, so apply now at https://ertcrefund.com. Learn more about eligible days by visiting this page: Eligible Days.

How Much Can You Get?

The potential payout from the SETC refund is substantial, reaching up to $32,220. The exact amount is based on your net self-employment income for 2020 and 2021.

Who Qualifies for the SETC Tax Credit?

If you are a freelancer, independent contractor, gig worker, or any other self-employed individual (including sole proprietors and single-member LLCs), you are likely eligible if you missed work due to COVID-19. The SETC tax credit is for self-employed individuals impacted by COVID-19 in 2020 or 2021. Here’s how to know if you qualify:

  • Self-Employed: You filed a Schedule C, Schedule SE, or Partnership (1065) tax return for those years. This includes sole proprietors, independent contractors, and single-member LLCs.
  • COVID-19 Impact: Your ability to work was affected by COVID-19. This could be due to illness, caring for someone sick, quarantine, or childcare disruptions.
  • Examples of Qualifying Situations:
  • Quarantine: You were under a government-ordered quarantine or isolation specifically related to COVID-19.
  • Illness: You couldn’t work because of:
    • Caring for someone in quarantine or isolation.
    • Caring for a child affected by school closures.
    • Experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or seeking a diagnosis.
    • Side effects from a COVID-19 vaccination.
  • Vaccination: You missed work due to a vaccination appointment or side   effects.
  • Childcare: You couldn’t work due to needing to care for a child:
    • Whose school or daycare closed due to COVID-19.
    • Because your childcare provider was unavailable due to COVID-19.


Who is Not Eligible?

Sub S corporations and C corporations cannot claim the SETC credit. Also, those who had zero or negative business income in 2020 and 2021, as shown on their Schedule C under Profit/Loss from business, would not qualify.

Documentation is Key

Self-employed individuals claiming the SETC credit should keep records to support their eligibility, such as quarantine orders, childcare disruption proof, or medical documentation related to COVID-19 illness or vaccination.

How to Claim Your Credit

To access the SETC tax credit, visit our secure site to learn more about the program and to easily apply in minutes. Consider seeking help from SETC Pros as we have the process down to a science! Simply go to SETC Pros to easily file your application. Learn more about how to claim your SETC tax credits by visiting this link.  To claim your money, you need to apply before the deadline. To fully benefit from this historic refund, utilize our proprietary, advanced technology platform to maximize the refund you’re entitled to. Choose SETC Pros today!

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The Self-Employed Tax Credit (“SETC”) was created by Congress in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide relief to sole properietors, 1099 contractors, freelancers, single-member LLCs, gig workers, and other self-employed workers.

Advance Your ERTC. Accelerate Your Business.

Turn your pending ERTC into working capital. Your claim is your asset. Start using it now. 

Extension Deadline Per State

As of April 25, 2025, the IRS has granted federal tax filing and payment extensions to taxpayers in several states affected by natural disasters. These extensions apply to various tax filings and payments, including those related to the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC), provided the business is located in a federally declared disaster area.
 
States with Tax Deadline Extensions Beyond April 15, 2025
 
September 25, 2025 Deadline
• North Carolina – Entire state (Hurricane Helene)
 
October 15, 2025 Deadline
• California – Los Angeles County (January Wildfires) 
 
November 3, 2025 Deadline
• Tennessee – Entire state (severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding)
• Kentucky – Entire state (severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and landslides)
• West Virginia – Specific counties, including Boone, Greenbrier, Lincoln, Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, Wayne, and Wyoming
 
Important Notes
• These extensions apply to various tax filings and payments, including individual income tax returns, business returns, and estimated tax payments.
• Taxpayers do not need to take any action to receive these extensions; they are applied automatically based on the taxpayer’s address of record.
• If you reside outside the designated disaster areas but your tax records are located within the affected regions, you may still qualify for relief. Contact the IRS at 866-562-5227 for assistance.
 
For the most current information and a complete list of affected areas, visit the IRS’s official page on Tax Relief in Disaster Situations.

Advance Your ERTC. Accelerate Your Business.

Turn your pending ERTC into working capital. Your claim is your asset. Start using it now. 

Extension Deadline Per State

As of April 25, 2025, the IRS has granted federal tax filing and payment extensions to taxpayers in several states affected by natural disasters. These extensions apply to various tax filings and payments, including those related to the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC), provided the business is located in a federally declared disaster area.
 
States with Tax Deadline Extensions Beyond April 15, 2025
 
September 25, 2025 Deadline
• North Carolina – Entire state (Hurricane Helene)
 
October 15, 2025 Deadline
• California – Los Angeles County (January Wildfires) 
 
November 3, 2025 Deadline
• Tennessee – Entire state (severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding)
• Kentucky – Entire state (severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and landslides)
• West Virginia – Specific counties, including Boone, Greenbrier, Lincoln, Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, Wayne, and Wyoming
 
Important Notes
• These extensions apply to various tax filings and payments, including individual income tax returns, business returns, and estimated tax payments.
• Taxpayers do not need to take any action to receive these extensions; they are applied automatically based on the taxpayer’s address of record.
• If you reside outside the designated disaster areas but your tax records are located within the affected regions, you may still qualify for relief. Contact the IRS at 866-562-5227 for assistance.
 
For the most current information and a complete list of affected areas, visit the IRS’s official page on Tax Relief in Disaster Situations.