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How to claim the WOTC in Florida
Orange you glad the Work Opportunity Tax Credit helps Florida businesses? The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program rewards employers who hire and retain disadvantaged job-seekers. The amount of credit an employer can claim is calculated as a percentage of wages...
WOTC pros gain extra benefits through the Empowerment Zone Credit
The EZ Credit piggy-backs with WOTC, adding an extra layer of profitability for smart businesses Big businesses have long understood the value of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Now, tech innovations like ours are extending the WOTC to businesses of all...
How to claim the WOTC in Ohio
We help our fellow Buckeyes get the most from the Work Opportunity Tax Credit The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program rewards employers who hire and retain disadvantaged job-seekers. The amount of credit an employer can claim is calculated as a percentage of...
How much does claiming WOTC cost?
You've heard that WOTC can supercharge profitability. Now learn how much it costs. If you're a business owner or decision maker, you understand that controlling costs is crucial for ensuring profits. And you're likely well aware of the adage "Time is money." We...
How to claim the WOTC in Maryland
Maryland's state credit match program supercharges WOTC profitability The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program rewards employers who hire and retain disadvantaged job-seekers. The amount of credit an employer can claim is calculated as a percentage of wages paid...
WOTC assists nursing homes with hiring and profitability
Learn why the Work Opportunity Tax Credit should be a long-term resident at your facility As America's population ages, the market for nursing homes is poised for huge growth over the next decade. Of course, this growth will bring with it many new jobs. While that...
Are my WOTC profits good? This self-audit will tell you
Learn how your Work Opportunity Tax Credit performance measures up Whether you've been around the block a few times with the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), or you are just beginning to implement it, it's always worthwhile to assess your program's performance....
WOTC helps home healthcare service providers thrive
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit can rehabilitate your bottom line Few industries will grow as rapidly as home healthcare services in the near future. In fact, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics projected nearly 750,000 jobs will be added to this sector from 2021-2031!...
Three common misconceptions about the Work Opportunity Tax Credit
We've helped hundreds of organizations profit with WOTC. Here are the three most common misconceptions they have before beginning. For nearly 30 years, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) has rewarded organizations who hire and retain disadvantaged job-seekers with...
WOTC offers big-ticket benefits for retailers
Learn why top retailers keep the Work Opportunity Tax Credit in stock Retail is a trade as old as time. People have always needed goods, and retailers have always provided them. Simple, right? Well…not so much. Just ask a retailer how their business has changed in...
Companies with the best WOTC profits do these four things
Learn how elite WOTC claimants maximize their profitability The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) offers huge tax benefits to employers who hire and retain disadvantaged job-seekers. To get a sense of the scale of these benefits, consider that in April 2024, the US...
WOTC multiplies profits for franchise owners
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit offsets hiring costs, and then some If your business is a franchise–whether it's a restaurant, gas station, car wash, or something else–it's likely that hiring quality employees is essential to your success. That's why, since the...
One in five Americans qualifies for WOTC. Here’s how to find them.
Look to these places first to build your WOTC workforce One of the most common questions we hear after explaining the big tax benefits available through the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is "Where can I find employees who qualify for WOTC?" This question is...
The WOTC is ready to serve restaurants
Tax savings are never 86-ed thanks to the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Few industries have faced bigger challenges than restaurants in recent years. Despite this, the food service industry is projected to top $1 trillion in sales this year, and employ nearly 16 million...
Five takeaways from Arvo + Aqore’s WOTC webinar
We took notes at "The Power of WOTC," so you don't have to Arvo's Director of Sales and Marketing Emily Osborne presented a free webinar alongside Aqore Staffing Software's Chief Revenue Officer Steve Zipparro on May 30, 2024. An in-depth exploration of the Work...
Top staffing firms don’t skip WOTC
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit covers the costs of recruiting and hiring, and then some If recruiting and hiring were simple, the staffing industry wouldn't exist. What's more is that since the pandemic, staffing firms have had to clear two hurdles that don't seem...
Is WOTC worth it?
TLDR: Yes…when you work with Arvo If you've heard of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), you may already know that: >21% of Americans are eligible for WOTC Maximum credits per employee range from $1,200 to $9,600 Surplus WOTC credits can be carried forward or...
WOTC is custom-built for construction companies
WOTC pays you back for filling open roles Through rain, sun, snow, economic slowdowns, and supply chain shortages–if you're in construction, you do what it takes to keep building. Recently, you've likely faced two big problems that may be getting worse: The current...
Six ways Arvo’s State Workforce Agency Team saves time and money
To get the most from WOTC, you need the best teammates Many organizations save money on taxes by claiming the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). However, few utilize WOTC to its full potential. That's because claiming the WOTC can be a complicated process. One...
Build a strong manufacturing workforce with WOTC
WOTC pays you back for filling open roles Whether your manufacturing company builds with metals, plastics, glass, biologics, or something else, one thing remains true–you need human workers to get the job done. Unfortunately, two problems may be working against you. ...
How much should I get from WOTC?
Optimized WOTC programs can earn >500% more than "good" programs If your business or non-profit participates or is planning to participate in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, you may have heard promises of big tax breaks and, as a result, increased...