Long Island

CPA and tax services in Suffolk County

Ryan Zuckerman, JD, CPA, works with Suffolk County families, commuters, business owners and second-home owners on their New York tax returns and year-round planning. All meetings are held by phone or video.

Book a Call Call (516) 981-3763

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Tax help for Suffolk County families, commuters and owners

Suffolk County covers most of Long Island, from Huntington and Smithtown out to the Hamptons. Clients here include LIRR commuters with Manhattan employers, owners of local businesses and people who own a second home or rental property on the East End. Living outside the five boroughs means no New York City income tax, but property taxes are high and planning still matters.

Ryan works with clients in Huntington, Smithtown, Babylon, Islip, Brookhaven, Riverhead, Southampton, East Hampton and across the county.

Common situations in Suffolk County

Moving out of the city

In the year you move from New York City to Suffolk, city tax applies only to the part of the year you lived in the city.

Property taxes and the SALT deduction

The federal cap on deducting state and local taxes was raised starting in 2025, with a phase-down at higher incomes, so whether to itemize is worth checking each year.

Rental and second homes

Renting out a home, including a summer rental on the East End, has its own federal rules for income, expenses and depreciation.

Long Island business owners

Self-employed residents can owe the MCTMT, and the right entity structure can change how much self-employment tax you pay.

Services for clients in Suffolk County

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 Suffolk County residents

Suffolk County residents do not pay New York City resident income tax, but they do file New York State returns. If you are self-employed and your net earnings from self-employment are over $50,000, you may owe the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation Mobility Tax (MCTMT) at 0.34%.

If you rent out a home you also use and rent it for 14 days or fewer during the year, federal tax rules generally let you leave that rental income off your return. Rent it longer and the income is reported, with expenses split between personal and rental use.

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

Suffolk County tax questions

Do I pay New York City tax if I live in Suffolk and work in Manhattan?

No. New York City income tax applies only to city residents. You pay New York State and federal tax on your wages, but not city tax.

I rent out my house on the East End for part of the summer. How is that taxed?

It depends on how many days you rent it and how many days you use it yourself. Ryan reviews your rental and personal days and reports the income and expenses the way the rules require.

Do you work with clients in Suffolk County?

Yes. Suffolk County is on Long Island, east of Nassau County. 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.