Tax by state

New Jersey Self-Employed Tax Preparation

New Jersey has a state income tax, so most self-employed residents file both a federal and a New Jersey return each year.

Prepared by real tax specialists — with Enrolled Agent or CPA review when your return calls for it.

Self-employed residents of New Jersey generally owe federal self-employment tax plus New Jersey state income tax on their net earnings. We help freelancers and 1099 workers report income, claim eligible deductions, and stay current with estimated payments.

Many New Jersey residents commute to New York or Philadelphia, so we prepare your federal and New Jersey returns together and handle any multi-state filing you may need.

What we do

How we help self-employed filers in New Jersey

  • Combined federal and New Jersey state return preparation
  • Schedule C reporting for freelancers and contractors
  • Quarterly estimated tax planning for the IRS and New Jersey
  • Multi-state filing for commuters to New York or Pennsylvania
  • Remote service for self-employed clients nationwide
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does New Jersey have a state income tax?

Yes. New Jersey imposes a state personal income tax, so most residents file a state return alongside their federal return.

I live in New Jersey but work in New York. What do I file?

You may owe tax in both states, with a credit to avoid double taxation. We handle the multi-state filing so it is done correctly.

File your New Jersey taxes the easy way.

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