CPA Observation Post

Homestead and Senior Freeze Deadlines Extended

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has extended the deadlines for Homestead Benefit and Senior Freeze applications to Friday, October 19. >>Read More

New Jersey jobs grow in April, so does unemployment (via @njdotcom)

The job market in New Jersey inched forward in April, and dire numbers from March were revised upwards as the state continues its long, slow employment comeback. Read More>>

Homestead Benefit Applications In the Mail

The New Jersey Division of Taxation has begun mailing applications for the 2011 Homestead Benefit. Applications will be mailed over the next three weeks to both senior (age 65 or older on December 31, 2011) and nonsenior homeowners. The deadline for filing these applications is June 30, 2012. >>Read More

NJ Division of Revenue Enhances Online Security, Services for Businesses

To enhance security and provide for improved online services, the New Jersey Division of Revenue is now offering the Premier Business Service (PBS) system as a means of accessing online tax filing and payment services, replacing the need to use Personal Identification Numbers (PINs). Read More>>

New Jersey Offers Online Refund Status Tool

The New Jersey Division of Taxation has a new service that allows taxpayers to check the status of their New Jersey income tax refund online. >>Read more

NJ Division of Taxation Introduces Dedicated Mailbox for Tax Practitioner E-Mail

The New Jersey Division of Taxation has created a separate mailbox for e-mail from tax practitioners regarding tax problems. To send a message to the practitioner mailbox, go to the Division of Taxation homepage, open the "Tax Professionals" drop down menu on the horizontal navigation bar and choose "Contact Us." Complete the electronic form and provide all the information necessary to process your inquiry.

Governor Christie Signs GrowNJ Bill

Governor Chris Christie has signed S-3033, legislation creating the GrowNJ Assistance program to provide at least $200 million in incentives to create and retain Jersey Jobs. The GrowNJ program will encourage business investment and expansion in New Jersey by providing tax credits to companies moving to or growing in the state based on capital investment and job creation or retention. Read More>>

Deadline for Homestead and Senior Freeze Applications Extended to November 7

New Jersey State Treasurer Andrew Sidamon-Eristoff has extended the deadline for this year’s Homestead Benefit and Senior Freeze applications by one week to November 7.

The previous deadline was October 31. Homeowners who have not yet filed for the Homestead Benefit can do so either online at www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/ or by phone at 1-877- 658-2972. Automated application is possible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Read More>>

Gov. Chris Christie touts smaller paycheck deductions for N.J. disability insurance fund

Workers in New Jersey will have about $87 a year less deducted from their paychecks for the state’s disability insurance pool beginning in January, Gov. Chris Christie announced Monday. Read More>>

October 31 Deadline Approaching for NJ Homestead Benefit and Senior Freeze Applications

New Jersey residents have until October 31 to file applications for the Homestead Benefit and Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) Programs. Those who meet the eligibility requirements are urged to apply before the month is out. >>Read More