Kings County

CPA and tax services in Brooklyn

Ryan Zuckerman, JD, CPA, prepares tax returns and plans ahead for Brooklyn freelancers, small business owners, homeowners and professionals. All meetings are held by phone or video.

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Tax help for Brooklyn freelancers, owners and families

Brooklyn has one of the largest communities of freelancers, creatives and small business owners in the city. Many of Ryan's Brooklyn clients have a W-2 job plus side income, or have gone out on their own and are handling estimated taxes for the first time.

Ryan works with clients in Park Slope, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Fort Greene, Bay Ridge and across the borough.

Common situations in Brooklyn

Freelance and 1099 income

Self-employed income means quarterly estimated payments, self-employment tax and a careful look at which business expenses you can deduct.

The city's business tax

Freelancers and sole proprietors who earn enough in New York City may owe the Unincorporated Business Tax and need to file a separate city business return.

Brownstone and two-family owners

Renting out a unit means reporting the rent, tracking expenses for that unit and taking depreciation correctly.

Income that is growing fast

When a side business takes off or a salary jumps, Ryan sets up retirement accounts and estimated payments so April is not a surprise.

Services for clients in Brooklyn

You don't have to pick a level. On your first call, Ryan recommends the service that fits your income, investments and goals. Each level includes everything in the one before it.

Tax Compliance

Federal and state income tax returns

FBAR and foreign asset reporting

A review of deductions and credits you can still claim

Filed accurately and on time

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Strategic Tax Planning

Everything in Tax Compliance

Planning meetings throughout the year

Tax projections for big decisions

Estimated tax payments calculated for you

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Private Tax Office

Everything in Tax Compliance and Strategic Tax Planning

Coordination with your estate planning attorney, financial advisor and other advisors

Oversight of family, trust, gift and estate tax matters

A single point of contact for your family's tax affairs

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Taxes for Brooklyn residents

As a New York City resident, you pay city income tax of 3.078% to 3.876% on top of New York State and federal tax. There is no separate city return. The city tax is reported on your New York State resident return.

If you are self-employed in Brooklyn and your net earnings from self-employment are over $50,000, you may also owe the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation Mobility Tax (MCTMT) at 0.60%. Ryan builds it into your estimated payment plan along with your federal, state and city tax.

Tax rules and rates change. Confirm the current rules with the tax department before you file, or ask Ryan on your first call.

Resources

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance

MCTMT information from the New York State Tax Department

Book a call with Ryan: (516) 981-3763

Brooklyn tax questions

Do I need to make quarterly estimated payments as a Brooklyn freelancer?

Usually, yes. Federal estimated payments are generally required if you expect to owe at least $1,000 for the year after withholding, and New York has its own rules. Ryan calculates your federal, state and city payments so they match your actual income.

Can you help if I rent out part of my house?

Yes. Ryan reports the rental income and expenses, sets up depreciation on the rental part of the building and keeps records you will need when you sell.

Do you work with clients in Brooklyn?

Yes. Brooklyn is one of the five boroughs of New York City. Ryan works with clients there virtually by phone, video and secure document upload.

Do I need to meet in person?

No. Ryan's firm is fully virtual. You upload documents securely and meet with Ryan by phone or video. If you live in the New York metropolitan area and would like to meet in person once before becoming a client, Ryan is happy to meet for coffee or lunch.

How much do your services cost?

Each service is a fixed fee based on the work involved. Ryan goes over pricing on your first call, after he understands your situation.

Are you an attorney?

No. Ryan is a CPA and a law school graduate (JD). He is not a practicing attorney and does not give legal advice. For trust and estate matters, he works alongside your attorney.