Checkley and Associates Accounting and Taxation, Inc

Checkley and Associates Accounting and Taxation, Inc Full-service accounting firm providing tax prep services for all business types, individuals, real estate, and non-profits.

Services include bookkeeping, audit, financial statement reviews, agreed-upon procedures QuickBooks training and system conversion.

While the thresholds for the 3.8% net investment income tax (NIIT) have remained unchanged since the NIIT went into effe...
05/18/2026

While the thresholds for the 3.8% net investment income tax (NIIT) have remained unchanged since the NIIT went into effect in 2013, taxpayer incomes have generally grown significantly. So more taxpayers are getting hit with this additional tax. The NIIT applies to the lesser of your net investment income or the amount by which your modified adjusted gross income exceeds the applicable threshold. And it kicks in long before the top short- and long-term capital gains rates apply. We can help you manage potential NIIT exposure. Contact us at (646) 256-3994.

The Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program offers tax breaks on capital gains from eligible long-term investments in d...
05/15/2026

The Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program offers tax breaks on capital gains from eligible long-term investments in designated low-income and rural communities. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act made the QOZ program permanent and established a new 10-year designation cycle. The IRS has issued guidance on how to nominate population census tracts for designation as QOZs. The next round of QOZs will be effective from Jan. 1, 2027, to Dec. 31, 2036. Generally, state and territory governors can begin nominating eligible census tracts for QOZ designation on July 1, 2026. The nomination period lasts 90 days, with the option of a single 30-day extension. Contact us at (646) 256-3994 with any questions about QOZ tax breaks.

Do you dream of retiring early? As in, really early? So do adherents of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). Man...
05/13/2026

Do you dream of retiring early? As in, really early? So do adherents of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). Many FIRE followers aim to retire in their 40s or even 30s! They make it happen by saving at least 50% of their current income, which some maximize by working second jobs. Obviously, this requires discipline and planning. But if early retirement is a priority, call us {Phone%} so we can help you make it happen.

No two taxpayers are exactly alike — so your tax strategies shouldn’t be either. Our firm provides customized tax planni...
05/11/2026

No two taxpayers are exactly alike — so your tax strategies shouldn’t be either. Our firm provides customized tax planning for individuals and businesses. We can identify opportunities to reduce taxes in your specific situation while helping you stay compliant with changing tax laws. Call us at (646) 256-3994 to get started.

A temporary federal income tax deduction for interest on qualifying auto loans for 2025 through 2028 was created by the ...
05/09/2026

A temporary federal income tax deduction for interest on qualifying auto loans for 2025 through 2028 was created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The write-off, available even if you don’t itemize, is capped at $10,000 per tax return, subject to income-based phaseouts. It applies only to interest on first-lien loans to buy U.S.-assembled passenger vehicles for personal use. Leased, used and fleet vehicles are excluded. The IRS recently issued proposed regulations that clarify how the deduction works. For example, they address the “personal use” requirement. Contact us for details at (646) 256-3994.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how almost everything is done, including how fraud is committed. For example, a...
05/08/2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how almost everything is done, including how fraud is committed. For example, a scammer might use AI to generate “deepfake” voices or “spoof” caller ID information to impersonate IRS agents. AI also makes it easier for perpetrators to establish robocall networks. (The IRS always stresses that it will contact taxpayers via U.S. mail about any tax issues. It won’t leave urgent voice messages or threaten arrest.) Fraud aside, the IRS warns against relying on AI-generated responses to complex tax questions. Be sure to verify AI answers by reviewing IRS instructions and crunching any numbers yourself. Better yet, call us at (646) 256-3994 for assistance.

If you rent out your primary residence or vacation home for no more than 14 days, you don’t have to report the income. (...
05/06/2026

If you rent out your primary residence or vacation home for no more than 14 days, you don’t have to report the income. (But you can’t deduct related expenses, such as advertising and cleaning.) If you rent it out for more than 14 days, the income is taxable. And you may be able to deduct expenses such as utilities, repairs, insurance and depreciation. Exactly what you can deduct depends on personal vs. rental use. The rules are complex, but tax savings opportunities are available. Call us at (646) 256-3994 to learn more.

The stepped-up basis rules can reduce capital gains tax for family members who inherit your assets. Under these rules, w...
05/04/2026

The stepped-up basis rules can reduce capital gains tax for family members who inherit your assets. Under these rules, when your loved one inherits an asset, its tax basis is “stepped up” to its fair market value at the time of your death. If the heir later sells the asset, he or she will owe capital gains tax only on any appreciation after your date of death, rather than on the entire gain since you acquired it. Investment accounts, business interests, real estate and personal property are among the assets affected by the stepped-up basis rules. Call us at (646) 256-3994 for details.

Your 2025 individual income tax return can provide a treasure trove of tax-planning ideas for 2026. We can dig into your...
04/29/2026

Your 2025 individual income tax return can provide a treasure trove of tax-planning ideas for 2026. We can dig into your 1040 and uncover potential strategies you can implement this year to reduce your 2026 taxes. We also can assist with filing extended 2025 returns. Call us at (646) 256-3994 to set up an appointment.

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4015A White Plains Road
The Bronx, NY
10466

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Monday 9am - 6pm
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