Jan 21, 2019 | Firm Updates, Small Business
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance recently published guidance on the requirements for out-of-state vendors to register and charge sales tax. This guidance follows the Supreme Court ruling in South Dakota v. Wayfair, which removed the physical...
Nov 28, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
Prepaying property taxes related to the current year but due the following year has long been one of the most popular and effective year-end tax-planning strategies. But does it still make sense in 2018? The answer, for some people, is yes—accelerating this expense...
Jun 28, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Small Business
A new U.S. Supreme Court ruling paves the way for states to require Internet sellers to collect sales tax from consumers—even if they don’t have a physical presence in the state. (South Dakota v. Wayfair, No. 17-494, June 21, 2018) In doing so, the Court has...
Jun 6, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
Many Americans relocate to another state when they retire. If you’re thinking about such a move, state and local taxes should factor into your decision. Income, property and sales tax Choosing a state that has no personal income tax may appear to be the best option....
Jan 17, 2017 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Tax Tips
The break allowing taxpayers to take an itemized deduction for state and local sales taxes in lieu of state and local income taxes was made “permanent” a little over a year ago. This break can be valuable to those residing in states with no or low income taxes or who...