All gyms and fitness centers were strongly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. From lengthy shutdowns, to limited client access and increased safety and sanitary protocols, nearly every gym and fitness studio experienced serious setbacks as a result of the pandemic.
During the pandemic, gyms and fitness centers were heavily restricted, forcing many fitness enthusiasts to turn to other forms of exercise, such as exercising at home via virtual classes, or working out outdoors. As life slowly begins to return to normal, more people are heading back to the gym and in-person fitness classes. We hope this means good things for your business, and we are pleased to let you know that you may also be eligible for the Employee Retention Credit!
If your gym or fitness center experienced either #1 or #2 below due to COVID-19, you may qualify for the Employee Retention Credit program.
1. A greater than 10% of restrictions on your business operations due to government issued COVID orders, which might include:
2. A 50% or more decline in gross receipts in 2020 when compared to the same quarter in 2019 or a 20% or more decline in gross receipts in 2021 when compared to the same quarter in 2019.
Under the updated CARES Act, your business may qualify for Employee Retention Credit, providing you with up to $26,000 per W-2 employee. The ERC program is available even to businesses that accepted a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity.
EZ-ERC has recovered millions for our clients. Our specialized team of experts is, on average, able to uncover 40% more than CPAs or Payroll Providers. We can do the same for you!