It’s 10 days after April 15 so, of course, your taxes are filed and you’re anxiously awaiting your refund. Right? Right? Well, not if you’re one of the nearly 1 million New Yorkers who have yet to file their taxes. The state Department of Taxation and Finance reports that about… Read More →
In news sure to elicit a hearty Bronx cheer from every New Yorker, a research group just released a report showing that the state is at or near the top in almost every category of taxation. In its annual report, “Facts & Figures: How Does Your State Compare,” The Tax… Read More →
With tax filing season upon us, and the refund joy or check-writing pain it brings, what are your plans for dealing with Uncle Sam this year? Are you filing extra early with Turbo Tax and taking a trip somewhere warm (who could blame you) or waiting until the absolute last-minute… Read More →
From our sister blog, Politics on The Hudson: Some tax filing and payments deadlines have been extended for those in areas impacted by Superstorm Sandy, state Commissioner of Taxation and Finance Thomas Mattox announced. Deadlines to file returns or pay taxes including personal income, corporate, sales or highway use taxes… Read More →
Orangetown residents will pay nearly 5 percent more in property taxes next after the Town Board approved a budget that breaks the state’s property tax cap. The board Tuesday night voted unanimously to approved the $62.9 million spending plan, despite contentious debate between councilmen, according to a LoHud.com story by… Read More →
The need for more job creation and the tax policy proposals of President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Gov. Mitt Romney were at the forefront of voters minds as they cast their ballots Tuesday. LoHud.com reporters interviewed voters from throughout the Lower Hudson Valley, many of whom, however they voted,... Read More →
The tax watchers among you likely will be be laser-focused on today’s presidential contest. That’s because the candidates – President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Gov. Mitt Romney – present starkly different approaches to tax policy and whomever is elected, their plans are likely to impact your wallet. Romney, according to… Read More →
Counties throughout the state have been sounding off about the fiscal strain they face from unfunded state mandates – requirements that local governments foot the bills for state programs. Rockland County officials have joined the chorus, saying the 2013 budget includes nearly $30 million in increased mandate costs, according to… Read More →
Peekskill residents could face a 6-percent tax hike, according to a report by Journal News reporter Alex Weisler. Mayor Mary Foster said higher pension costs would push taxes higher, a situation that could also result in the loss of 30 clerical and administrative workers. The city’s workforce has already been… Read More →
Over on our sister blog, Politics On The Hudson, business and policy groups are pushing back against a recent Tax Foundation report that said New York’s has the worst tax climate in the country because of its high taxes. “Despite moderate corporate taxes, New York scores at the bottom this… Read More →
