
Taxes
New York's tax rules for individuals, including the residency tests that catch people who believe they moved away.


Judge Approves Paramount-Warner Settlement, Clearing $111 Billion Deal for October 6
A settlement between Paramount Skydance and 12 states requires theatrical film production commitments, a worker fund, and editorial oversight for CNN and CBS.

Who Pays New York City Income Tax: The 183 Day Rule, Residency Audits and What Commuters Owe
New York City income tax follows residency, not simply the location of an office. The difficult cases turn on domicile, a permanent place of abode and meticulous day counting.

How quarterly estimated taxes work for New York freelancers and self-employed
Self-employed New Yorkers must pay income tax in four installments rather than once a year. Payments follow specific rules to avoid penalties.

What Alternative Minimum Tax Means for New York High Earners in 2026
A 2026 tax law change doubled how fast the AMT exemption disappears, pulling more high earners into a parallel tax system that disallows state and local tax deductions.

When You Become A New York City Resident For Tax Purposes
Two separate tests, and the second one catches people who believe they moved away.

What The Cap On State And Local Tax Deductions Means Here
A federal limit with a disproportionate effect in high-tax, high-property-value states.

How To Handle A New York Tax Audit
An audit is a documentation exercise. The outcome usually turns on records made years earlier.