Tax law, translated.
The rules change constantly. These articles explain the ones that matter most to individuals and business owners in New Jersey, New York and beyond — in plain English, with the details that actually affect your return.
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The 1099-DA Trap (2026 Tax Year): Your Crypto Tax Form Could Make You Pay Tax on Gains You Never Had
Your exchange now reports your crypto sales to the IRS, often without your cost basis. A 1099-DA survival guide, the Coinbase USDC basis fix, and six myths that cost investors money.
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New York Tax Changes for 2026: Rate Cuts, a Bigger Child Credit and MCTMT Relief
Lower rates for most filers, extended top rates, a $1,000 Empire State Child Credit and a $150,000 MCTMT threshold for the self-employed.
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New Jersey Tax Changes for 2026: Property Tax Relief, the Mansion Tax and More
ANCHOR and Stay NJ updates, the graduated mansion tax, the Corporate Transit Fee and what to do now.
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Still Carrying a COVID EIDL or PPP Loan? What Business Owners Need to Know in 2026
Delinquent EIDL loans are going to the Treasury for collection. Here's what that means for your refund, your business and your options.
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Section 263A (UNICAP): Do Your Inventory Costs Have to Be Capitalized?
Most small businesses are now exempt from uniform capitalization — unless they fall into the tax-shelter trap.
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S Corporation Reasonable Compensation: How Much Should You Pay Yourself?
Where the S corp savings come from, what the IRS looks for, the cases that matter, and New Jersey and New York rules.
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The De Minimis Safe Harbor: Expensing Small Purchases the Easy Way
The $2,500 election most businesses should be making every year, plus repairs versus improvements and the 2025 depreciation changes.
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