Hudson County, NJ
CPA and tax services in Jersey City
Ryan Zuckerman, JD, CPA, prepares New York and New Jersey returns for Jersey City residents who work in Manhattan, and plans their taxes through the year. All meetings are held by phone or video.
Tax help for Jersey City residents who work in two states
Many Jersey City residents work for banks, trading firms and tech companies in Manhattan, or for the financial firms along the Jersey City waterfront. That often means returns in two states, equity compensation and bonuses, and remote work days that need to be tracked carefully.
Ryan works with clients in Downtown Jersey City, Paulus Hook, Newport, Exchange Place, Hamilton Park, The Heights and Journal Square.
Common situations in Jersey City
Living in New Jersey, working in New York
You file a New York nonresident return and a New Jersey resident return, and the New Jersey credit for New York tax has to be calculated correctly.
Remote work days
New York can tax days you work from home for a New York employer when it is for your convenience, so your day count affects both returns.
Working on the waterfront
If you work for a firm in Jersey City itself, your wages are New Jersey income only, which keeps your filing simpler.
Renters and condo owners
New Jersey offers a property tax deduction or credit on your state return, and renters can qualify too, since part of rent is treated as property tax.
Services for clients in Jersey City
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
Strategic Tax Planning
Everything in Tax Compliance
Planning meetings throughout the year
Tax projections for big decisions
Estimated tax payments calculated for you
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
Taxes for Jersey City residents
If you live in New Jersey and work for a New York employer, you generally file a New York nonresident return (Form IT-203) and pay New York tax on that income, then file your New Jersey resident return (Form NJ-1040) and claim a credit for the tax paid to New York on Schedule NJ-COJ. New York City resident income tax does not apply to you.
New Jersey also runs the ANCHOR property tax relief program for homeowners and renters. It is applied for separately from your income tax return, so it is easy to miss.
Tax rules and rates change. Confirm the current rules with the tax department before you file, or ask Ryan on your first call.
Resources
Book a call with Ryan: (516) 981-3763
Jersey City tax questions
I live in Jersey City and work in Manhattan. Do I pay tax twice?
Generally no. New York taxes the wages you earn working in New York, and New Jersey gives you a credit for that tax on your resident return. Both returns have to be filed correctly for the credit to work.
Do I owe New York City income tax?
No. New York City income tax applies only to city residents, so as a Jersey City resident you do not owe it, even if you work in Manhattan.
Do you work with clients in Jersey City?
Yes. Jersey City is across the Hudson River from Manhattan. 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.
Have another question? Call Ryan at (516) 981-3763.
Other areas Ryan serves
Ryan is based in Manhattan and works virtually with clients across New York City and the surrounding area.
Talk to Ryan about your taxes
Call, email, or book a time online. Ryan answers every client question personally within one business day.
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New York City, with all meetings held virtually
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Hours
Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Eastern Time, and by appointment