Recover Thousands in FICA Tip Tax Credits
Most restaurants miss out on this substantial tax credit. We've helped businesses claim over $1 billion.
The FICA Tip Credit You're Missing Out On
Most restaurant and bar owners don't realize they're eligible for this substantial tax credit. Here's what you need to know:
What Is It
A dollar-for-dollar tax credit for employers who pay FICA taxes on employee tips. This is NOT a deduction—it's a direct reduction of your tax bill.
Who Qualifies
Restaurants, bars, hotels, and any hospitality business with tipped employees. If your staff receives tips, you're likely eligible.
How Much
Up to 7.65% of qualified tip income. For a restaurant with 20 tipped employees, this can mean $20,000+ per year in credits.
Is Your Business Eligible?
Many hospitality businesses qualify for the FICA Tip Credit but don't realize it. See if your business type is eligible:
Full-Service Restaurants
Establishments where servers take orders and deliver food to customers at tables, including fine dining, casual dining, and family restaurants.
Examples:
Steakhouses, Italian restaurants, diners, etc.
Bars & Nightclubs
Establishments primarily serving alcoholic beverages where bartenders and servers receive tips from customers.
Examples:
Sports bars, cocktail lounges, pubs, nightclubs
Hotels & Resorts
Hospitality businesses where bellhops, room service staff, concierge, and other employees receive tips.
Examples:
Luxury hotels, boutique hotels, resorts, motels
Catering Companies
Businesses that provide food service at remote sites where staff receives tips from clients or guests.
Examples:
Wedding caterers, corporate event caterers, private chefs
Coffee Shops & Cafes
Establishments serving beverages and light meals where baristas and counter staff receive tips.
Examples:
Coffee houses, bakery cafes, breakfast spots
Other Qualifying Businesses
Various service establishments where employees customarily receive tips from customers.
Examples:
Cruise ships, casino restaurants, food delivery services, valet services
Key Eligibility Requirements:
- Your business must have employees who receive tips from customers
- You must pay FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare) on those reported tips
- Your employees must report their tip income to you as the employer
- The business must have filed the appropriate tax forms (Forms 941, 8027, etc.)
How It Works
Our streamlined process makes claiming your FICA tip credit simple and hassle-free
Simple Application
Fill out our quick form with basic information about your business
Our CPAs Process Your Claim
Our tax specialists handle all paperwork and IRS requirements
Receive Approval
We work with the IRS to get your claim approved quickly
Get Funded in Weeks
Receive your credit in weeks, not months
Why Choose Tip Credit Partners
We specialize exclusively in maximizing FICA tip credits for the hospitality industry
Expertise
Our tax specialists have processed over $1 billion in FICA tip credits, ERTC Funds, and Visa/Mastercard Settlements. We handle everything from start to finish
Speed
While others take months, we get you funded within weeks through our streamlined process
Maximized Returns
Our proprietary methods ensure you get every dollar you deserve, often 30% more than DIY approaches
Zero Upfront Costs
You pay only when you receive your credit—no risk, no hidden fees
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the FICA Tip Credit
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What Our Clients Say
Join thousands of satisfied restaurant and bar owners who've recovered significant tax credits
We recovered over $45,000 in tax credits we didn't even know we were eligible for. The process was incredibly simple on our end.
Michael R.
Owner, Fine Dining Restaurant Group
As a small bar owner, I was skeptical, but Tip Credit Partners delivered exactly what they promised. $18,500 back in my pocket with zero hassle.
Sarah T.
Owner, Neighborhood Bar
We'd been missing out on this credit for years. They helped us claim retroactively and secured over $60,000 in credits. Game-changer for our business.
David L.
CFO, Regional Restaurant Chain