WOTC Benefits and Exemptions: Key Considerations for Employers

ARTICLE | October 06, 2025

As recruitment challenges persist and businesses strive to find qualified personnel, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) has become an essential tool to attract and retain employees from specific backgrounds. This federal tax credit rewards employers for hiring individuals from certain targeted groups, ultimately helping to offset labor costs while also fostering a more inclusive workforce. Although the WOTC currently expires on December 31, 2025, many experts anticipate that Congress may consider further extensions or modifications. In the meantime, employers can benefit greatly by understanding the credit’s essentials, how to apply for it, and ways to structure hiring practices to optimize returns.

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