Welcome to our fifth discussion of Leviathan Wakes. Hold onto your cool detective hats or your environment suits, because we finally get some answers to our mystery! This week, we will discuss Chapters 34-40. The Marginalia post is here. You can find the Schedule here.
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Now brace yourselves: here comes the juice!
Chapter Summaries:
Chapter 34 - Miller: Detective Miller and the crew of the Roci board the hidden ship (the one that captured the crew of the Scopuli before destroying it), wearing environment suits because the ship has no atmosphere - someone left the doors open. They stick together at first as they move through the ship, discovering signs of a struggle, zombie vomit, and twelve torpedo tubes big enough to destroy capital ships like the Donnager or the Canterbury. Miller uses his detective skills to determine that everyone but Julie retreated to engineering. Once there, they discover a truly grisly sight: layers of human flesh and bones are sort of fused around the reactor, which has been shut down. Naomi and Holden gasp in shock and disgust, Miller turns on his cop brain to suppress emotion and view it as a crime scene, and Amos seems… calm and able to ignore the gore. The team splits up to look for more clues.
Amos stays in engineering to start up the computers and get the reactor back online. Naomi works on the ops deck to run diagnostics. Miller and Holden head to the bridge, which wasn’t affected by the fighting onboard. Miller reviews the internal feeds and finds footage showing the captured Scopuli crew being led onto the ship, stripped, and put in restraints. Julie fights back viciously but is knocked unconscious and stuffed in a locker with a jumpsuit (which is where we met her in the prologue). The crew is left in the galley for 132 hours before they decide to make a stand, but it is quickly suppressed. One of the crew is thrown out an airlock and the others are heavily restrained as they scream and cry. Just as Miller gets to the first appearance of a vomit zombie (at hour 160 of footage), Amos yells that he’s been exposed to some radiation because the human flesh blob had damaged the reactor shielding. He decides to keep working while Alex monitors his health status from the Roci.
Then Holden calls Miller over to view one of the last feeds Julie accessed. It’s a corporate presentation video created for a man named Dresden and the board of Protogen. It features a man Miller dubs “the sociopath” because of his cold, practiced smile…and because of the content. The sociopath tells the board (and us) the history of scientific discovery on Phoebe, which was thought to just be a moon and a source of water, but became a research station when a survey found complex silicon structures in the ice. Protogen was tasked with investigating and discovered that Phoebe is not a moon but evidence of a galactic biosphere: it is an alien weapon sent towards Earth 2 ⅓ billion years ago, which never made it because of orbital mechanics. Protogen has discovered that this weapon is not alive per se; rather, it is something they’ve termed the “protomolecule” which has the ability to maintain structure while replicating other systems and manipulating them at scalable rates. Of course, they alerted the proper authorities and made sure… just kidding, they’ve secretly been doing tests. The sociopath believes that whoever controls the protomolecule will gain control of all political and economic power going forward. Chillingly, the sociopath urges them to pursue large-scale testing to understand the protomolecule and its human applications. That large-scale testing is Eros.
TL;DR - Julie found evidence that Protogen (her dad’s company) has discovered an alien weapon, branded it the “protomolecule”, and secretly tested it on the people of Eros (and probably other smaller tests). The entire war has just been a distraction.
Chapter 35 - Holden: Naomi explains that most of the messages on the comm logs have been coded, but the last one is in plain text: the captain informed Thoth Station that the ship was contaminated, everyone was about to die, and the “materials” had been secured. He also planned to send vector data so they could find the ship. The Roci crew put two and alien-symbol-for-two together: they figure out that the captain has locked protomolecule samples in his safe. They also decide that the tightbeam messages were being sent to a secret research station Protogen was using to monitor the Eros experiment. Even though the fact “Naomi is the best” is a proven concept on par with “space is cold”, she is NOT able to open the captain’s safe, so they decide to cut it out of the wall and bring it with them on the Roci. They also scuttle the ship so no one can a) recover the stealth technology and alien weapons, or b) get exposed to the protomolecule-human soup inside. (Amos would have preferred to hack the frozen dead body goo off the reactor with a chainsaw and salvage such an impressive and expensive ship, which is… another way to go.)
It’s clear that someone else with stealth tech is searching actively for this ship, but the Roci won’t see them coming so they decide to get the hell out of Dodge. Naomi jokes that their options include turning the safe over to the OPA (they’d be heroes), selling out to Mars (they’d be rich), or starting their own biotech firm (just kidding, that’s evil). When Miller checks in with Holden about a decision on where to go next, he drops a figurative bomb on him regarding actual bombs in the news. Since Holden did his best Edward Snowden impersonation and leaked the data that the mystery ships are from Earth, Mars asked a few too many questions and in response, Earth has blown up a whole bunch of Martian ships and destroyed the Deimos deep radar station. Miller ruefully gives Holden credit for sticking to his guns about his belief in “free information”. He also points out that Holden’s principles make him responsible for all those deaths and the destruction of the Earth-Mars Coalition… and possibly the universe as they know it.
Chapter 36 - Miller: The war between Mars and the Belt seems like no big deal now that Earth and Mars are fighting. Miller watches the news feeds as the conflict turns into a blockade, and he realizes he is steeling himself for an announcement of a planetary attack on Earth or Mars, but it never comes. He and Amos deal with the stress by having beer for breakfast.
Miller meets up with Holden in the med bay for their routine blood flushes and cancer treatments, and they reopen their debate about what to do with the data files and who is to blame for the war(s).

• Holden’s position: Broadcast everything to everyone! (I know, I know, so out of character, right?) People will understand that they’ve been set up and will turn their wrath on Protogen instead of each other. Also, these are ancient conflicts. The Belt has always hated Mars and the inner planets in general. Mars and Earth have always had animosities secretly brewing and they do military training for the inevitable showdown. Or as Miller puts it, “Not my powder keg; I just brought the match.”
• Miller’s position: Stop and consider what people will do if they hear an Earth company did this. Every other data leak has been used as an excuse to shoot at someone the other side doesn’t like. Also, people suck. They aren’t going to hold hands and sing Kumbaya just because Protogen is the bad guy. They’ll move on to shooting each other so they can be the ones to control the protomolecule. Or as Holden puts it, “Maybe Protogen is a little right. People are too dumb to be trusted with big information so we should keep hard, scary stuff a big secret. That’ll totally work out.”

Holden’s idealism starts to fade as he takes in Miller’s hard truths about humanity. To be fair, Miller loses a little idealism over his perceptions of the inner planets’ relationship which, to the Belt, seemed stable and friendly enough (and united against them). Miller encourages Holden to use Naomi’s judgment as a measuring stick for whether something is right (similar to how he uses illusion-Julie as his conscience and sounding board) and then he goes back to the news feeds to watch Ceres slowly collapse into chaos. Holden decides the only person and place he trusts - or at least doesn’t completely distrust - is Fred Johnson on Tycho Station, so they head there. Holden also wonders why they don’t just destroy the safe and make sure everyone stays away from Eros and Phoebe; Miller admits it’s because the protomolecule might just be the holy grail.
Chapter 37 - Holden: The crew of the Roci is taking a break from doom scrolling to cook fake space lasagna for dinner and bond over the food and conversation. As Holden watches the crew laugh at Amos’s belches and Miller’s wild story about cheese smuggling, he reflects that they represent all three prongs of the conflict: Naomi and Miller are Belters, Amos and he are from Earth, and Alex is from Mars. Yet they’re friends, and Holden knows this is what they have to fight for. The cheese smuggling makes no sense to Amos (why cheese and not drugs?), and Naomi points out that this illustrates how little people from the inner planets understand Belters. Earthers have free air and easy access to resources, while Belters know everything that sustains life is rare and their access to it is fragile. And this is why Protogen didn’t blink an eye before killing 1.5 million Belters on Eros: they’re “other”. Then Alex points out that this doesn’t make sense; it's a risky and unnecessarily complicated way to kill people just to satisfy prejudices. It becomes clear that Eros isn’t a hate crime, it’s a vacuum-sealed test tube to let the protomolecule learn how to do its job better by giving it access to a huge amount of biomass. The early transformations looked incomplete, as if it didn’t know how to work with human flesh yet, so Protogen was giving it a chance to train. Holden wants to know where they would even find enough people who would support an evil operation like this, and Miller promises to ask Dresden (the Protogen board member mentioned in the video) when they meet him. Something tells me that conversation won’t go well.
As the Roci approaches Tycho station, Holden and Miller take in the view of the Nauvoo, the partially constructed Mormon generation ship. When Miller says the Mormans may be in for a long and lonely death if they don’t find a habitable planet, Holden notes that this is the good kind of galactic exploration humans can accomplish (the protomolecule being the bad kind). Miller then asks Holden why he trusts Fred, and Holden explains that in addition to being the only person who hasn’t tried to jail them or blow them up since all this began, Fred is “real OPA”: he’s a politician and not part of the war-mongering factions who think they can survive indefinitely without the inner planets. When Miller points out that there isn’t a political solution to Protogen, Holden insists Fred has other skills, too. Later, Fred reads through all the information on the protomolecule and is incredulous that anyone could think to do this. Miller assures him that genocide is an old-school crime and it’s important that they stop it. Holden offers up the location of the observation station in exchange for enough OPA fighters to take down Protogen, and the right to retain custody of the safe and its contents. Fred agrees only after Holden points out that no one else can be trusted to do the right thing with a secret this big. Plus, he says Fred already knows what Holden will do with it.
Chapter 38 - Miller: It feels strange to Miller to explore the wide open spaces of Tycho Station, the fanciest place he has ever set foot on. He notices Naomi working on her hand terminal and letting her food get cold; she is too preoccupied with trying to figure out the location of the station to enjoy the amenities. As they talk, Miller is reminded of Havelock’s advice to just let go when he got pulled off a case, which jogs his memory that Havelock actually works for Protogen! (I’m surprised he didn’t get there faster; maybe everyone had a point that he was sort of a washed up detective.) He rushes off to make contact with his old buddy - probably his last real partner ever - in an encrypted drop site of a Ganymede server cluster. As he waits for a response, Miller is amused to realize he has started thinking like Holden: he feels like someone should warn the Mormans that they could potentially run into the alien creators of the protomolecule who may want to kill them. Havelock comes through, passing along the coordinates to a “very scary deep research and development lab” and asking Miller to be discreet never contact him again so he doesn’t get killed for betraying his employer. Miller sends him an encrypted warning to quit his job ASAP and not take postings at any black ops sites, before saying goodbye for the last time to the only person that still respected him as a cop. (I may or may not be sniffling a bit at this.)
Miller rounds up Naomi and Holden so they can bring Fred the coordinates. In Fred’s office, Miller starts lecturing him about the serious nature of the mission and the need to have a solid plan with adequate firepower, not the usual OPA shenanigans. Everyone’s a little confused until they realize that Miller doesn’t know that Fred is “the butcher of Anderson Station” and a former Colonel in the Earth Navy. Fred assures Miller he’s no amateur and will plan ahead. Miller then insists that he get to come along for the assault on Thoth Station. Eight days later, the plan is set in motion and Miller begins packing his meager belongings into a very small bag, figuring he’ll never see the Roci again. Even if he makes it off Thoth alive, he’ll have to figure out a way to make money and improvise a life plan of some sort. He tries to thank Holden and say goodbye, but the Roci’s captain interrupts Miller to ask where they’ll all meet up after the mission is complete. Miller is confused at first, then overcome with emotion when he realizes Holden considers Miller part of the crew! I’m not crying, you’re crying. Actually, it’s Miller who is weeping. But he pulls himself together so he can head to the assault ship.
Chapter 39 - Holden: The Rocinante needs to sneak up on Thoth Station, so they are pretending to be a loose cargo container that broke off the Guy Molinari (the Belter ship carrying the assault team, which is pretending to be a cargo ship). They fly with everything shut down so that it’s more convincing, hoping they can get close enough to the station to do some damage before Thoth starts firing back. As they approach and are able to reboot everything needed for battle, a stealth ship is spied hanging out near Thoth Station. Then, suddenly it becomes clear that there are two small stealth ships, which will be much harder to fight off. Everyone does their jobs efficiently on the Roci, but in the ensuing battle with the stealth ships, they start to take some damage. First, the Roci is hit by a gauss cannon that goes straight through the machine shop and galley. Holden mourns his coffee maker. Amos notices a leak in the maneuvering thrusters and heads to fix it between the inner and outer hulls, which isn’t an ideal place to be floating around during a battle. This stresses Naomi out, but Holden orders everyone to stay focused. They are able to take out one of the stealth ships, but the other gets close enough to do some impressive damage to the Roci. There is major hull damage as well as loss of four maneuvering thrusters, a PDC, their O2 storage, and the crew airlock. Alex is about to destroy the second stealth ship when the Roci’s point defense cannons (PDCs) detonate an enemy warhead up close. It knocks everyone out, punches holes throughout the Roci (narrowly missing Naomi), dislodges equipment, and fills the ship with debris. Holden marvels that they are alive at all, and Alex points out that is only because the ship’s anti-spalling webbing eliminates shrapnel. They make contact with Fred, who says he’ll find them a place to land, and the Guy Molinari prepares for the assault on Thoth Station. It’s Miller’s turn to shine!
Chapter 40 - Miller: On the Guy Molinari, Miller is talking to a Belter kid named Diogo as they wait for the assault to start. Miller realizes that while he has fancy Martian armor from the Roci and experience with gunfights in station corridors, he is surrounded by inexperienced young Belters with borrowed gear, and he will likely have to watch dozens of them die during the battle. But Diogo isn’t worried; he is confident and eager to get started. Fred announces that they are ready to start boarding since the Roci gave them the “all clear”, and Miller is happy to hear his friends have survived. The assault on the station starts off rough, with Protogen soldiers fighting them in the corridors and automatic defense lasers taking out some of the Belters in the first wave. But Fred knows how to command his OPA “troops” and keep them in line, and things start to go more smoothly as they slow down and maneuver carefully. Miller and Diogo are part of a group taking shelter at Fred’s direction and fending off Protogen counterattacks, and they start to talk during a lull. When two Protogen soldiers sneak up on them from behind, Diogo is hit and Miller chastises himself for chatting during a battle and not staying alert. He thinks Diogo is dead, but he pops up laughing and streaked with white goo from crowd suppression rounds, which Miller finds an odd choice of weapon. It’s the first sign that Thoth Station may not totally understand what’s happening. The OPA soldiers cut their way through the blast doors to get to the operations center, where they find Dresden (the dude mentioned in the sociopath’s Protogen video). Fred arrives to take command of the station, and Dresden offers to negotiate, clearly misunderstanding the reason for the assault. He offers to give the OPA whatever resources they need to go back to fighting their war (money, medical supplies, weapons, ordnance) if they’ll just leave and let the station get back to their very important work. Fred points out that they know about Eros, but Dresden insists no one knows what they did there, and there won’t be a better bargaining position for Fred when Earth sends its battleships. Fred basically calls Dresden Satan, but Dresden doesn’t understand the reference.

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I'm on a Student Visa (from India) and my husband is on a Skilled Worker Visa. I plan to invite my mother to the UK on a visit visa to attend my graduation. I have a few questions:
1) My mother is not familiar with English. Can I fill in her visa application?
2) My mother is technically my stepmother. My biological mother's name is on all my documents as it was impossible to get them changed. I have the death certificate of my biological mother and the marriage certificate of my father and stepmother.
How do I address the discrepancies in the passport regarding my mother's name?
3) My mother has the following assets: Does this help with her application?

• £7,000 in a savings account for over a year
  
• £25,000 in fixed deposits
  
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Self-Employed Tax Credit (SETC) FAQs

What Is The FFCRA?

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), enacted in 2020, aimed to help small business owners provide sick leave for employees affected by COVID-19. Initially targeting small business employees, it was expanded in 2021 to include self-employed individuals facing business losses due to the pandemic.

What is the Difference Between SETC and FFCRA?

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Breakdown of Eligible Days:

• Childcare-related time off: Up to 110 days
  • 50 days between April 1, 2020, and March 31, 2021
  • 60 days between April 1, 2021, and September 30, 2021
• Personal or family illness: Up to 20 days
  • 10 days between April 1, 2020, and March 31, 2021
  • 10 days between April 1, 2021, and September 30, 2021

Do I Still Qualify If I Did Not Pay Myself Sick Leave?

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Why Can't I Find Information About SETC on the IRS Website?

SETC is an informal term for the sick and family leave tax credits for self-employed individuals introduced under the FFCRA. Look for information under the FFCRA and its application to self-employed individuals.

Do I Have to Be Self-Employed to File for the Tax Credit Refund?

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Do I Need Positive Tax Earnings in 2020 to Qualify?

No, if you did not have positive earnings in 2020 due to COVID-19 but were self-employed, you can use your 2019 net income if it was positive.

Do I Need Positive Tax Earnings in 2021 to Qualify?

No, if you did not have positive earnings in 2021 due to COVID-19 but were self-employed, you can use your 2020 net income if it was positive.

How Much of a Tax Credit Can I Expect to Receive?

Several factors determine the refund amount, including:

1. Net income from Schedule C on your 2019, 2020, and 2021 tax returns.
2. Days missed due to sickness or quarantine from COVID-19.
3. Time spent caring for a loved one affected by COVID-19.
4. Duration of school or daycare closures requiring care for a minor child.

Can I Qualify if I Already Filed My Taxes for 2020 & 2021?

Yes, you can still qualify. An amended tax return will need to be filed, requiring copies of your 2019, 2020, and 2021 tax returns and your driver's license.

Do I Have to Fill Out Extensive Paperwork?

No, the process involves signing an agreement letter, completing a survey for information, and uploading copies of your tax returns and driver's license. The rest is handled for you.

Can I Claim SETC Tax Credits If I Am Also a W2 Employee?

You may still be eligible for SETC tax credits if you earned self-employment income in addition to your W2 salary during 2020 and/or 2021. However, receiving paid leave benefits as an employee may affect the amount you can claim as a self-employed individual.

Do I Qualify If I Already Received Sick & Family Leave Credit on Previous Returns?

You would only be eligible if you did not fully utilize the credit(s) on previous returns.

Is the SETC Tax Credit Based on Gross or Net Self-Employed Income?

To qualify, you must have a positive net (after deductions) self-employed income for 2019, 2020, or 2021, and qualifying COVID days.

How Long Before I Receive My Cash Refund?

Once the necessary paperwork is submitted, the process usually takes 12-16 weeks to complete and receive your cash refund from the IRS.

Can Both Spouses Qualify for the SETC?

Yes, if both spouses are self-employed, each could qualify for up to the maximum amount of $32,220 under the right circumstances.

Refund Statute of Limitations and SETC

The deadline to amend the 2020 tax return for SETC credits occurring between April 1, 2020, and Dec. 31, 2020, is April 15, 2024. For SETC credits between Jan. 1, 2021, and Sept. 30, 2021, the amendment deadline is April 18, 2025.

Can I Qualify If I Received Unemployment Benefits in 2020 and/or 2021?

Yes, but you cannot claim days you received unemployment benefits as days unable to work due to COVID-19.

Is a Complete Copy of My Return Needed to Amend?

Yes, a complete copy of the return is required to amend it for SETC credits.

How Much Is the SETC Credit?

The SETC tax credit can be up to $32,220, based on your self-employed net earnings in 2020 and 2021.

How Can I Claim the SETC Tax Credits?

Determine eligibility and amend your 2020 and/or 2021 tax returns, preferably using a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or through Legacy Tax & Resolution Services.

Why Would the IRS Refund My Taxes?

The federal government supports businesses affected by COVID-19. This is a limited-time opportunity, so filing for SETC credits promptly is crucial.

What Is the Social Security Tax Deferral?

Employers can defer the 6.2% employer portion of Social Security tax for March 27, 2020, through December 31, 2020. Self-employed taxpayers can defer 50% of their self-employment tax for the same period. Deferred amounts must be repaid by December 31, 2022.

Who Qualifies for the SETC Tax Credits?

Eligible individuals include self-employed persons, such as sole proprietors, 1099 contractors, freelancers, and partners in partnerships who filed Schedule SE with positive net income and paid self-employment tax for 2019, 2020, and/or 2021.

Does SETC Apply to C or S Corp Income?

No, C or S Corporation income is not considered self-employed income. However, corporations may qualify for sick or family leave tax credits under FFCRA.

Is Health Insurance Required for SETC Eligibility?

No, health insurance coverage does not affect eligibility for the SETC.

Are Unpaid Medical Bills Eligible for the Tax Credit?

No, the SETC credit only considers average daily wages and missed days due to COVID-19-related issues.

What Qualifies as a Reason for Claiming SETC?

Reasons include quarantine orders, self-quarantine advised by a healthcare provider, caring for someone under quarantine, experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, waiting for test results, getting vaccinated, experiencing vaccine side effects, and caring for a child due to school or daycare closure.

How Long Before Receiving a Cash Refund?

Once paperwork is submitted, the process typically takes 12-16 weeks to complete and receive the cash refund from the IRS.

Do Both Spouses Qualify for the Maximum SETC?

Yes, both can qualify for the maximum credit but cannot share qualifying COVID days.

Is the SETC Tax Credit Taxable?

No, the SETC tax credit is not taxable.

What

If I Have IRS Debt or a Treasury Offset?
You need a $0 balance with the IRS to receive a refund. Outstanding debts must be paid off first.

Can I Claim SETC Tax Credits If I Am Also a W2 Employee?

Yes, but paid leave benefits as an employee may affect the SETC credit. If the employee status does not provide full coverage, additional credits based on self-employment income may be claimed.

Can Weekends Be Claimed?

Yes, if self-employment work is typically done on weekends. If not, weekends cannot be claimed.

What Is a Form 1040?

IRS Form 1040 is the standard individual income tax form used to report annual income and calculate tax liability.

What Is a Form 1040X?

IRS Form 1040X is used to amend previously filed individual tax returns. Legacy Tax & Resolution Services will use Form 1040X to file for SETC tax credits.

What Is a Schedule SE Form 1040?

Schedule SE is a tax form used by self-employed individuals to calculate the self-employment tax owed, covering Social Security and Medicare taxes for those who work for themselves.

What Is a Schedule C?

Schedule C is used by sole proprietors, single-member LLCs, and other self-employed individuals to report business income and expenses. The net income from Schedule C is used to calculate self-employment income on Schedule SE.

What Is a Form 7202?

IRS Form 7202 is used to claim the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) credits for self-employed individuals, detailing eligibility and tax credit calculations.

What Is a Form 8821?

IRS Form 8821 authorizes the release of tax information to a third party, allowing Legacy Tax & Resolution Services to access necessary tax information to calculate SETC credits and amend returns.

Are Processing Fees Required?

Legacy Tax & Resolution Services charges no upfront fee. After calculating the tax credit, the fee for filing tax returns is $395. An additional 20% of the refund amount is due after the refund is received.

Does Filing for SETC Impact 2023 Income Taxes?

Filing for SETC credits does not impact the filing of 2023 income taxes. The team at Legacy Tax & Resolution Services will amend previously filed returns for 2020 and/or 2021.

If Both Spouses Have Self-Employed Income, Can They Each Get the Credit?

Yes, both can receive the credit but cannot share qualifying COVID days.

Is the SETC Tax Credit Taxable?

No, the SETC tax credit is not taxable.

How Long Before Receiving a Cash Refund?

Once the necessary paperwork is submitted, it typically takes 12-16 weeks to receive the cash refund from the IRS.

What If There Is IRS Debt or a Treasury Offset?

A $0 balance with the IRS is required to receive a refund. Any outstanding debts must be paid first.

Can SETC Tax Credits Be Claimed If Also a W2 Employee?

Yes, but receiving paid leave benefits as an employee may affect the SETC credit. Additional credits may be claimed if employee benefits do not provide full coverage.

Can Weekends Be Claimed?

Yes, if self-employment work is typically done on weekends. If not, weekends cannot be claimed.

What Is the Definition of a Dependent?

A dependent is a qualifying child or relative of the taxpayer. A child must have lived with the taxpayer for over half the tax year, and the taxpayer must have provided more than half of the relative's total support. Gross income thresholds and other criteria apply.

What Happens in Cases of Divorce After Filing 2020/2021 Taxes?

If the 2020 and/or 2021 tax returns were filed jointly, both taxpayer and spouse must sign the amended returns. If filed as Head of Household or Married Filing Separate, only the taxpayer's signature is required.

Can Days Taken to Care for a Child Other Than Your Own Be Claimed?

No, only days taken to care for a dependent can be claimed.

Can More Than One Parent or Guardian Claim FFCRA/SETC Credits?

Yes, but parents or guardians cannot claim the same dates twice.

Is Online Schooling Considered "Closed" for the Credit?

Yes, if the physical location of the school or place of care is closed, it is considered "closed" for the purposes of the credit, even if the child is expected to complete assignments.

What Does It Mean to Be Self-Employed?

A self-employed person is generally someone who carries on a trade or business as a sole proprietor, independent contractor, or a member of a partnership that conducts a trade or business. This includes part-time businesses and gig workers.

Can SETC Tax Credits Be Claimed If Receiving Unemployment Benefits?

Yes, but days receiving unemployment benefits cannot be claimed as days unable to work due to COVID-19.

Will Refunds Be Sent by Check or Direct Deposit?

Refunds for 2020 and 2021 will be sent directly by the IRS via check to the address provided on the amended return(s).

Why Are Positive Net Earnings Required for SETC Income Tax Credit?

Positive net earnings are necessary to qualify for the credit as they indicate taxable income against which the credit can be applied. If positive earnings were not available in 2020 due to COVID-19, 2019 net income may be used.

Can SETC Tax Credits Be Claimed If Also a W2 Employee?

Yes, but receiving paid leave benefits as an employee may affect the SETC credit. Additional credits may be claimed if employee benefits do not provide full coverage.

Can Weekends Be Claimed?

Yes, if self-employment work is typically done on weekends. If not, weekends cannot be claimed.

Can Days Taken to Care for a Child Other Than Your Own Be Claimed?

No, only days taken to care for a dependent can be claimed.

Can More Than One Parent or Guardian Claim FFCRA/SETC Credits?

Yes, but parents or guardians cannot claim the same dates twice.

Is Online Schooling Considered "Closed" for the Credit?

Yes, if the physical location of the school or place of care is closed, it is considered "closed" for the purposes of the credit, even if the child is expected to complete assignments.

What Documentation Is Required?

A complete copy of the 2019, 2020, and 2021 tax returns, including Schedule C and a copy of the driver's license for identification, is required.

What Is the Form 1040 SE?

Form 1040 SE is used to calculate self-employment taxes, including Social Security and Medicare taxes for individuals who work for themselves.

What Is the Form 1040-X?

Form 1040-X is used to amend previously filed individual tax returns to claim the FFCRA/SETC credits.

What Is a Schedule C?

Schedule C is used by self-employed individuals to report business income and expenses. The net income from Schedule C calculates self-employment income on Schedule SE.

What Is the Form 7202?

Form 7202 is used to claim the FFCRA credits for self-employed individuals, detailing eligibility and tax credit calculations.

What Is the Form 8821?

Form 8821 authorizes the release of tax information to a third party, allowing the calculation of SETC credits and the amendment of tax returns.

What Are the Processing Fees?

Legacy Tax & Resolution Services charges no upfront fee. The fee for filing tax returns is $395, with an additional 20% of the refund amount due after the refund is received.

Does Filing for SETC Impact 2023 Income Taxes?

Filing for SETC credits does not impact the filing of 2023 income taxes. Amendments are made to previously filed returns for 2020 and/or 2021.

If Both Spouses Have Self-Employed Income, Can They Each Get the Credit?

Yes, both can receive the credit but cannot share qualifying COVID days.

Is the SETC Tax Credit Taxable?

No, the SETC tax credit is not taxable.

How Long Before Receiving a Cash Refund?

Once the necessary paperwork is submitted, it typically takes 12-16 weeks to receive the cash refund from the IRS.

What If There Is IRS Debt or a Treasury Offset?

A $0 balance with the IRS is required to receive a refund. Any outstanding debts must be paid first.

Can SETC Tax Credits Be Claimed If Also a W2 Employee?

Yes, but receiving paid leave benefits as an employee may affect the SETC credit. Additional credits may be claimed if employee benefits do not provide full coverage.

Can Weekends Be Claimed?

Yes, if self-employment work is typically done on weekends. If not, weekends cannot be claimed.

Can Days Taken to Care for a Child Other Than Your Own Be Claimed?

No, only days taken to care for a dependent can be claimed.

Can More Than One Parent or Guardian Claim FFCRA/SETC Credits?

Yes, but parents or guardians cannot claim the same dates twice.

Is Online Schooling Considered "Closed" for the Credit?

Yes, if the physical location of the school or place of care is closed, it is considered "closed" for the purposes of the credit, even if the child is expected to complete assignments.

What Documentation Is Required?

A complete copy of the 2019, 2020, and 2021 tax returns, including Schedule C and a copy of the driver's license for identification, is required.
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Just a query though as I had invited my family to be a tourist here on the UK, so I had applied them for a standard tourist visa of 6 mos. In application; from cover letter to itinerary it had stated their date of entry and exit. Decision is still waiting for now.
However, something came up and plans had changed, that they cant be leaving on the designated date, but rather 20 days later on the targeted plan due to academic agenda of on of my fam.
Would there be any possible implication, or things that it might affect us? Would it cause an issue?

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So my application status was updated on the system and I received an offer for one of my preferred degree programmes? Is that it then, is this NUS' final decision? Should I expect anything else from NUS College or smth regarding PPE or the ASEAN Scholarship? Not dissatisfied just a wee bit puzzled as to how this all works.
Also, will the official offer letter only come after I've accepted the offer on the applicant portal or will I receive an email with more detailed information from NUS admissions in the coming days?
Thanks a million for ur answers!

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The UAE has announced a long-term residency for environmental advocates. Called ‘Blue Residency’, the 10-year visa is the first long-term residency for individuals with exceptional contributions and efforts in environmental action and sustainability inside and outside the United Arab Emirates.
The Blue Residency Visa will specifically be for supporters of environmental action. Those include members of international organizations, international companies, members of associations, and non-governmental organizations. Furthermore, the global award winners, and ecological researchers. It will apply to Emirati national innovators and residents who advocate environmental protection.
Eligible individuals have been invited to submit their applications through the Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security. Relevant authorities can also nominate individuals for long-term residency.
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I am seeking advice regarding my study permit refusal. To provide some context, I have previously obtained a Canadian visit visa and have visited Canada twice in the past. Additionally, I have a strong travel history with previous visits to the UK, USA, and UAE. I had completed my master's degree and decided to pursue a 2-year diploma at an SDS DLI college in Canada. I met all the requirements, including the GIC and first semester fees. Surprisingly, I received a refusal letter within few hours after submitting my application. I am unsure how the immigration officers reviewed all my documents. There are speculations that an autobot system may have rejected my application. I have submitted a request for reconsideration through the webform, but I am uncertain about the timeframe for their response.

Background: I have a masters degree in Poli Sci and a background in the legal field. I’m currently employed in the U.S. Senate. No LE experience
8/23/23: Applied
9/13/23: Phase I complete
10/16/23: Phase II exam complete
11/15/23: Structured interview complete
1/19/24: Tentative selection
2/5/24: Fingerprinting complete
2/11/24: eApp submitted
2/21/24: Drug test
2/23/24: Physical exam complete
3/8/24: Additional medical information requested and submitted
3/11/24: Medical standard follow up requested
3/28/24: Referred to poly
4/5/24: Medical follow up documents submitted
4/10/24: Medical waiver option letter requested
5/7/24: Medical waiver packet submitted
5/17/24: Failed poly
I wish I could say I “got the call” but unfortunately my journey ends here. I’m forever thankful for all the information and advice I’ve received on this subreddit. It feels surreal that this is how the process ends for me, but I’m taking it as a learning experience and am confident there lies a better opportunity ahead. Good luck to all the applicants that remain in the process and congratulations to everyone that has received their final offer!

In an era defined by digital transformation, universities are increasingly reliant on robust network security to protect sensitive data, ensure uninterrupted operations, and safeguard intellectual property. However, this dependence also brings forth significant challenges that must be addressed to maintain a secure environment. This blog explores the key challenges faced by universities in enhancing network security, along with effective solutions.

Challenges in Network Security for Universities

1. Cyber Threats and Attacks: Universities are prime targets for cybercriminals due to the vast amounts of valuable data they possess, including research data, student information, and financial records. Cyber threats such as ransomware attacks, phishing attempts, and DDoS attacks pose significant risks.
   
2. Budget Constraints: Many universities face financial constraints, making it challenging to invest in the latest security technologies and personnel. This limitation often leaves them vulnerable to sophisticated cyber threats.
   
3. Diverse User Base: Universities host a diverse community of users, including students, faculty, researchers, and administrative staff. Managing access control and ensuring data security across such a varied user base can be complex.
   
4. Compliance and Regulatory Requirements: Universities must adhere to strict regulatory requirements concerning data privacy and security. Non-compliance can lead to legal repercussions and damage to the institution's reputation.
   

Solutions to Enhance Network Security

1. Implementing Multi-Layered Security Measures:

• Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS): Deploying robust firewalls and IDS helps monitor and block malicious traffic, protecting the network from unauthorized access and attacks.
• Encryption: Encrypting sensitive data both at rest and in transit ensures that even if data is intercepted, it cannot be read without authorization.
• Endpoint Security: Ensuring all devices connected to the network have up-to-date antivirus software and security patches reduces the risk of malware infections.

1. Conducting Regular Security Audits and Assessments:

• Regular audits help identify vulnerabilities in the network and applications, enabling universities to take proactive measures to strengthen security.

1. Educating the University Community:

• Conducting cybersecurity awareness programs for students, faculty, and staff can help in promoting best practices and reducing the risk of human error.

1. Implementing Incident Response Plans:

• Developing and testing incident response plans ensures that the university is prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to security incidents.

1. Collaborating with Security Experts:

• Partnering with cybersecurity professionals and using their expertise to supplement internal security teams can provide universities with the knowledge and resources necessary to address complex security challenges.

The Role of Assignment Help Websites in Network Security Education

In an academic setting where cybersecurity education is paramount, students often seek guidance and assistance through assignment-help websites. These platforms provide valuable resources such as sample assignments, expert guidance, and clarification of concepts. For instance, students looking to understand network security concepts may seek help with assignments related to topics like encryption protocols, firewall configurations, or security policy implementation.
Finding reliable assistance with network security assignments is crucial for students aiming to excel in their studies. Assignment help websites connect students with experts who have the knowledge and experience to provide high-quality assignments. These experts ensure that assignments meet academic standards and help students deepen their understanding of complex network security topics. Whether you're looking to understand concepts better or seeking help with specific assignments, these services can be invaluable. If you need assistance, don't hesitate to ask, "Write my network security assignment."

Conclusion

Enhancing network security in universities requires a multifaceted approach that addresses technological, educational, and procedural aspects. By implementing robust security measures, conducting regular audits, and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness, universities can significantly reduce the risk of cyber threats. Additionally, leveraging the expertise of assignment help websites can empower students to excel in their network security studies, ensuring a secure and knowledgeable future workforce.
In summary, by addressing these challenges and implementing effective solutions, universities can create a secure environment conducive to learning and innovation in the digital age.

Recently my father got approved for a SSN but it is still only for use of a work permit, it is not yet linked with any of his taxes and he is not approved for residency yet…therefore I am filling out his form as no SSN. EVERYTIME I send an invite to his email, we can not find my fafsa application. I’ve triple checked to ensure his information is the same, down to the capitalization in his name. Fafsa does not answer my emails or calls. It makes me mortified to think that my parents may have to pay for all 3 siblings’ college including mine. I doubt I can delete and start my application all over.

Hello, I obtained the Canadian citizenship a few months ago and I have a potential job opportunity (engineer) in the US. However, I have a few questions as I found contradictory information online:
1/ I don't have any education from Canada but I have a Master's Degree from my home country (France). For that reason my diploma is in French, but I got it assessed by WES (for my PR application a few years ago). The assessment confirm that my diploma is a Master's Degree and also translate all the classes I passed (with the grade). Is that enough to prove my education or do I need something else? Are they expecting me to show them my French diploma?
2/ If they approved my TN status, am I able to cross the border back to Canada right away to give my two weeks with my current job? I've read some stories about people being refused entry to the US after going back to Canada, even though their TN status was approved.
3/ At the end of the 3 years, am I allowed to renew my TN status with the same employer?
4/ Am I allowed to apply for a H1B visa or participate to the Diversity visa program while TN, since it is not supposed to be for permanent immigration?
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My education and professional background fit the job opportunity at 100% but I'm worried that because I wasn't born in Canada and because I don't have a Canadian education, they will reject me right away.
I appreciate any advice.

My wife's parents are about to immigrate to live with us permanently and it is stressing her out where she is crying multiple times a day. She is pregnant and this stress is not good for her. I am not sure what i can do in this situation.
So the background is my wife and her mother's relationship has been rocky for many reasons. She immigrated after we got married and as soon as she got naturalized her mother started pressurizing her to apply for her immigration especially during the time we were struggling because of our own issues. My wife came from toxic and full of drama household and she had severe effect on her because of upbringing in that atmosphere (she is in therapy). Following are my wife's concern:

1. Privacy: We both have been living alone since we got married and enjoy our privacy and independence. After her mom gets here to live with us permanently we will no longer have that. It's not that we will have a new person to live with its also the drama that comes with it. Her mom is always on the phone and there are several groups in which mother and daughters( my wife's sisters) are talking and sending voice notes to each other. Now what happens in our home e.g.what was in breakfast to what our kid was doing will be broadcasted to everyone back home. Those groups are drama.
2. Drama: My Wife is a career woman and extremely busy, a lot of times she doesn't have time to respond. If something happens on the group and my wife doesn't responds her mom will reach out to her personally and interrogates her on why she didn't like so n so's picture or why didn't give her input etc which annoys the hell out of her.
3. My wife feels used: As soon as she became citizen, her mother and sisters started pushing her to apply for mother's immigration which she did under pressure. Day and night they will message her to ask if she applied or not. She wanted to apply for her on her own but the way they pushed her, it kind of took away her choice of doing in her own will which made her resentful.
4. Lack of support and selfishness: my wife has told me multiple times over the year that her mom doesn't care about her and only reach out when she needs something and never ask about her when she calls especially when she needed support. Now as her interview date is near my wife is messaged day and night regarding interview. Its true that they rarely ask about her which she is feeling even more since she is pregnant.
5. For some reason my MIL is obsessed over coming to our country. I can't say for sure but it may have played a huge role in our arranged marriage as well. It irritates my wife that it's all her mother can think and talk about. It makes her more sad when she compares her with my parents whom i have begged to come and visit but they declined. She has told me,"look at your parents and here is my mother desperate to just come".
6. Lying: lying is one of the biggest trait of toxicity that i have seen in my wife's family. I know i have been lied to my face with such confidence when i knew the truth already. Lying and downplaying something is a normal practice which also drives me nuts especially when they question your intelligence with their lying. It took a while for my wife to get rid of that trait. We are scared of all that lying.
7. Finances: my wife gave the letter of support and one of the requirement is to give our tax returns and other sensitive financial information to my MIL for interview. It has made us extremely uncomfortable especially we know whatever the MIL knows wife's sisters also know. But she has been messaged day and night in to why she has still not send those documents to her. We tried to reach out the embassy but they said those docents with applicant are needed and there is no way around it. The last thing we wanted my in laws to know was how much money we make. Also my wife never understood what LOS meant until i explained her today that it means we are responsible for that person financially until they become citizen. If they accrued hospital bill or any other charges we will have to pay for it. It made her even more stressed that what a huge responsibility it is.
8. Communication: my wife has always struggled with communication and the only way she communicate is when she blows up with full of emotions. I have asked her to discuss with her mother boundaries especially sharing our home matters with outside person. She is stressed and also discussed with her therapist that how she can have this conversation. I know she would rather avoid a conversation but boundaries are extremely important for us. She is dreading the conversation and it is stressing her out. As she is stressed out, i have been trying to help her focus on the positives instead of negatives like it's good to have another person who can help us especially when my wife goes in labor. I am also telling her that it's not a big deal and she should not overthink things and everything will be fine in the end but her stress is stressing me out as well. My wife continues to have meltdowns and regret applying for her parents but i don't think there is anything she can do at this point if she wants to continue to have parents and siblings. I ask for duas for my wife and others who had these kind of parents please tell me it's going to be fine and she is overreacting.