Have you wondered what is in the $2.2 Trillion Cares Act that was recently passed? In this video, I discuss the Cares Act highlights in more detail which includes benefits for self employed, unemployed as well as small business. In addition, I give more information on mortgage forbearance, ira distributions and small business loans.
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What is the CARES Act?
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, is a law meant to address the economic fallout of the 2020 coronavirus pandemic in the United States. It was introduced in the United States Senate by Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.
Who can benefit from the CARES Act?
Anyone that has been affected by covid-19 could benefit from the stimulus package including independent contractors, self-employed individuals and furloughed workers.
Where can I find the print out that you mentioned in the video?
https://resources.buffiniandcompany.c…
Cares Act Highlights
CASH REBATES • $1,200 per Individual plus $500 per qualifying Child. • Phase-out of the rebates begins at $75,000 for Individuals ($150,000 for Joint Returns). • The rebate is considered an advance tax refund against 2020 income taxes. • Rebate amounts are based upon the Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) reported on the most recent tax return filed (2019 or 2018).
UNEMPLOYMENT • Federal funding is ADDING $600 per week (for up to 4 months). • It is also available to Independent Contractors, SelfEmployed Individuals and Furloughed Workers. • After state benefits expire, the Federal Government will fund up to 13 weeks of unemployment benefits.
PAYROLL TAX DEFERRAL • Can defer the employer portion of the 6.2% Social Security tax on wages paid March 27, 2020 through December 31, 2020. • 50% of the deferral must be paid by December 31, 2021 and the remaining 50% by December 31, 2022. • This benefit is available to the Self-Employed as well, but only the employer portion can be deferred. • CAN’T Defer these Payroll Taxes if you receive a Loan through the Paycheck Protection Program (see below).
RETIREMENT PLANS • May take up to $100,000 in distributions without incurring the 10% early distribution tax if certain criteria are met. • Federal income tax on the distributions can be spread over 3 years, beginning with 2020. • If the distribution is repaid into the Retirement Plan within 3 years, there are no Federal taxes (any taxes paid are eligible to be refunded). • Retirement Loans – maximum amount is doubled (maximum loan is $100,000).
STUDENT LOANS • Payments of principal and interest for certain Federal student loans are suspended through September 30, 2020.
FEDERALLY BACKED MORTGAGES • Borrowers may submit a forbearance request if they are experiencing financial hardship. • Lenders must grant the request without penalties, fees, or interest (beyond what would be due if no payments had been missed) for up to 180 days (subject to another 180 day extension at the borrower’s request). • Foreclosure action is prohibited for 60 days beginning March 18, 2020.
SBA PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM (PPP) • Available on first-come, first-served basis to Small Businesses and Sole Proprietorships beginning April 3, 2020. • Independent Contractors and the Self-Employed must wait to apply until April 10, 2020. • All $349 Billion is expected to be taken FAST, within days. • Loan Amount is based upon Payroll Costs x 2.5 months. • Cash can be received as soon as 24 hours after the application is made. • No Collateral or Personal Guarantees are required. • Loan can be forgiven (completely or partially) if used towards Payroll Costs, Rent, Utilities and Mortgage Interest over the following 8 weeks. • Payroll costs must account for at least 75% of the forgiven amount. • Amount forgiven is a non-taxable cancelled indebtedness. • Loan interest rate is 1.0% with a 2-year term (no interest is due if forgiven in 60-days). • Payments are deferred for 6-months. • No fees to take out the loan.
SBA ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOAN (EIDL) • Get a quick advance (grant) of up to $10,000 to cover immediate payroll, mortgage, rent and other specified expenses. • Can get a loan for up to $2 Million to use on payroll and other defined operating expenses.
NET OPERATING LOSSES (NOLS) • NOLs incurred in 2018, 2019 and 2020 can now be carried back 5-years.
SOURCES: CARES Act SBA Website provides details on the PPP and EIDL U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship, Buffini and Company
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