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Self-Employed Coronavirus Relief Center

Many small business owners and self-employed individuals have been affected by Coronavirus (COVID-19).

We know these are challenging times, but you are not in this alone. TurboTax is here to help you navigate the different coronavirus relief programs that you might be eligible for. Get up to date information, tax advice and tools to help you understand what the new COVID-19 relief means to you empowering you to get more money in your pocket in this time of need.

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We understand Self-Employed COVID-19 relief implications might have an impact on your 2020 and 2021 taxes including tax credits available. Not to worry, TurboTax will keep you up to date and provide you with the resources you need so you can have peace of mind.

Tax Credit Estimator

More money in your pocket

  • Available for employers and self-employed
  • Estimate how much cash you can get from ERC, paid leave, and a tax deferral
  • Retain employees and you might qualify for a credit of up to $5,000 per employee

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Relief Programs

  • The American Rescue Plan, a new COVID relief bill, was signed into law March 11, 2021. The bill includes a third round of stimulus payments for millions of Americans and many other tax benefits.
  • The CARES Act funded financial assistance for self-employed and small businesses experiencing economic hardships caused by coronavirus (COVID-19.

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Unemployment Benefits and Insurance

  • The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) expanded unemployment benefits to Self-Employed who are usually ineligible for unemployment benefits.

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Tax Relief Credits

  • The Families First Coronavirus Response First Act, provides relief in the form of refundable tax credits for sick leave and family leave for both eligible self-employed and small business owners.

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Tools, Calculators and Services

  • Connect with our TurboTax Live Self-Employed Tax Experts experienced in self-employed taxes who can help you along the way or you can fully hand your taxes off to them.
  • Leverage free tools such as calculators to figure out the different tax credits you may be eligible for.

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Financial Management Tips

  • Tips to help you take control of your finances and make smart money decisions during and after COVID-19.
  • Access to financial tips provided by Certified Financial Planners (CFP's) and tax experts to stay on top of your credit.
  • Free tools available at your fingertips.

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Tax Tips

  • Useful self-employed tax tips and advice to help you uncover industry specific tax deductions to get more money in your pocket and a better tax outcome.

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  • Find out about state specific tax deadlines, stimulus checks, refund status and tax guides that apply to your own industry.

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