The SETC Tax Credit

What is the SETC Tax Credit?

The SETC, meaning "Self-Employed Tax Credit", is a specific tax credit intended to offer financial relief to self-employed individuals who were adversely impacted 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 entitled self-employed workers can get the credit as a refund, even if they have no tax liability. The credit significantly reduces their tax burden on a dollar-for-dollar basis, possibly leading to a significant increase in their tax refund.

The SETC tax credit is intended to give self-employed workers financial support comparable to the paid sick and family leave benefits typically offered to employees. By offering  learn more , the government understands the unique challenges faced by the self-employed sector during the pandemic and seeks to mitigate income disruptions and ensure greater financial stability for these professionals.