NJ tax collections boost Sherrill budget outlook
New Jersey tax collections beat forecasts, lowering the FY2027 deficit and increasing the projected budget surplus.
Sherrill earns early approval in Rutgers-Eagleton poll
Voters give Gov. Mikie Sherrill favorable marks in the new Rutgers-Eagleton poll; however, affordability, taxes and cost of living remain concerns.
Rutgers-Eagleton poll: NJ wants Sherrill to tackle taxes
A new Rutgers-Eagleton poll finds New Jersey residents want Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill to prioritize taxes, with affordability and cost of living close behind.
Rutgers poll gives Murphy a C as term ends
A new survey of New Jerseyans gives Gov. Phil Murphy a C grade as he leaves office, with low marks on taxes, affordability and middling approval.
Hackensack suspends $40M Johnson Park sports complex
In the latest update on the long-delayed project, the city cited rising costs, delays and a lack of community support.
Poll: NJ residents unhappy with Trenton on taxes, costs
As the governor race heats up, the latest from Rutgers-Eagleton finds dissatisfaction on affordability has gone up by 10 points since 2017.
NJ cuts unemployment tax, saving businesses $300M
"[The] reduction demonstrates a major milestone in New Jersey’s economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Gov. Phil Murphy.
NJ Direct File expands to nearly 400K more residents
The expansion of the free tax program will help seniors, in particular, boasting estimated savings of $160. Do you qualify?
NJ rolls out new tax tool for 2025 filing season
A pilot program for the service successfully launched last year in 12 states. New Jersey did not participate because of a tech upgrade the state’s systems were undergoing at the time.
Last-minute tips: There’s still time to blunt your tax bite
By the calendar, it’s January 2025, but if your business is on a fiscal year, you may still be in 2024 — at least for tax purposes. So, you may also still be able to trim your taxes.
OPINION: GIT going
Michael Puzyk, a tax partner with McCarter & English LLP, shares why New Jersey’s research and development tax policy must be fixed.
During tax season, efficiency is a top priority for CPA firms
Time management is a top issue for accounting and tax professionals, followed by concerns about racing against the clock and an industrywide talent shortage, according to a recent survey. We spoke with local pros to see how they’re handling the situation.
















