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Upcoming Changes to New Jersey and New York Taxes

Written on December 19, 2017. Posted in State & Local Tax Services.

By Evan Gernant With tax reform legislation nearing enactment in Washington it’s easy to keep one’s focus on those headlines. There are, however, important changes in New Jersey and New York tax that have already been signed into law and will impact local taxpayers. Below is a summary of the more significant changes you will see affecting New Jersey and New York State taxpayers in 2018 and beyond. New Jersey The sales & use tax rate will continue decrease slightly. A two-phase...

With the Gas Tax Bill Comes the Elimination of the NJ Estate Tax

Written on October 14, 2016. Posted in Estate and Business Succession Planning.

By Ruth Raftery The much discussed bill raising the New Jersey gas tax by 23 cents per gallon was signed by Governor Christie on Friday October 14th. Although not as widely publicized, the new law provides for another major change – the complete elimination of the New Jersey state estate tax. Up to now, and for the remainder of 2016, New Jersey has the lowest estate tax exemption in the country, subjecting estates worth more than $675,000 to estate tax at the time of death. By way...

Manhattan taxpayers, be aware of the Commercial Rent Tax

Written on June 14, 2016. Posted in State & Local Tax Services.

By Kyle Pennacchia and Paul Ursich In New York City, the Commercial Rent Tax (CRT) is often overlooked, and many of those who miss it face penalites and interest for late or missed filings. Here’s a brief introduction to the tax, basic qualifications and links to more detailed information. Are you subject to the CRT? The CRT applies to Manhattan tenants who occupy or use property south of 96th Street for most trade, business, professional and commercial transactions. As with most...

These Cost Recovery Provisions Have Yet to be Renewed

Written on December 4, 2015. Posted in Tax.

By Craig Jackson It’s that time of year again, when business owners and accounting firms try to predict which federal depreciation provisions Congress will renew for 2016 — and which will not make the cut. Several depreciation provisions expired at the end of 2014, potentially impacting taxpayers who are accustomed to these accelerated depreciation provisions. The uncertainty surrounding which provisions will renew has made the tax planning process challenging and unpredictable. To...

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Tag: Taxpayers

Upcoming Changes to New Jersey and New York Taxes

With the Gas Tax Bill Comes the Elimination of the NJ Estate Tax

Manhattan taxpayers, be aware of the Commercial Rent Tax

These Cost Recovery Provisions Have Yet to be Renewed

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