What Is ERC Audit Defense?

The ERC Audit Defense program from Harbor Shield provides contractual legal defense for businesses that previously claimed the Employee Retention Credit. If the IRS opens an audit, Harbor Shield steps in, covering up to the stated limit in attorney fees and ensuring clients have expert representation.

This protection includes:

IRS transcript monitoring for early audit detection
Legal defense funding up to the contractual limit
Direct access to vetted IRS audit attorneys
Documentation review to confirm audit readiness

With the IRS increasing ERC enforcement nationwide, audit defense is no longer optional, it’s essential.

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Why ERC Filers Are at Risk Through 2030

The ERC program may be over, but the audit window remains open for years. Many business owners don’t know:

The IRS can review ERC filings up to five years after the refund
Even legitimate filings can be flagged
Audit-related legal fees often cost tens of thousands
Businesses without protection must defend themselves alone

Harbor Shield removes the financial burden and uncertainty by stepping in the moment a notice appears, giving your referrals a safety net when they need it most.

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Who You Should Refer

Any business that claimed the Employee Retention Credit may qualify, especially those concerned about IRS enforcement, lacking audit documentation or unsure whether their original filing was handled properly.

If a company claimed ERC between 2020–2021, they may still be at risk.

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Small and midsize businesses
Franchise groups
Companies that used third-party ERC services
Businesses that already received ERC funds
CPA firms seeking protected solutions

How You Earn

When you refer a business through MyGig, Harbor Shield evaluates their ERC filing and enrolls them in the audit defense program. If the business signs up, you earn a commission and MyGig tracks all progress in your dashboard.

Once you introduce the business, our partner team guides them through the entire audit defense process.

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Why This Referral Is One of the Most Valuable Offers You Can Make

ERC enforcement is increasing nationwide, and businesses are actively searching for credible protection. This makes ERC Audit Defense one of the simplest, highest-impact programs on the MyGig platform.

Why businesses say "yes" quickly:

No audit? No disruption
If an audit occurs, they’re protected
Transparent, predictable pricing
Real attorneys, not call centers
You save them from unexpected financial risk

You’re not selling fear, you're offering certainty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I refer a business for ERC Audit Defense?
What types of businesses qualify for ERC Audit Defense?
Does the business pay upfront?
Why do businesses need protection if their ERC was done correctly?
Can I refer ERC Audit Defense together with other MyGig services?