Your CPA in Summit, NJ
Monaco CPA is a virtual CPA practice serving Summit, New Jersey, providing personal tax preparation, small business accounting, and bookkeeping services to individuals and businesses throughout Union County and beyond.
CPA Services in Summit
Monaco CPA is a virtual CPA practice serving Summit, New Jersey, providing personal tax preparation, small business accounting, and bookkeeping services to individuals and businesses throughout Union County and beyond.
Founded by Greg Monaco, CPA, the practice is built on a simple idea: you deserve the same level of attention and care that large corporations receive from their accounting firms. Every engagement is handled personally by Greg, from initial consultation through filing.
As a New Jersey CPA with deep familiarity with the state's tax landscape, Monaco CPA combines local expertise with the convenience of a fully virtual practice. All consultations are conducted via video call or phone, and documents are exchanged securely through an encrypted client portal.
Why Summit Clients Choose Monaco CPA
Summit is the wealthiest municipality in Union County, with a median household income approaching $200,000 and median home prices exceeding $1.3 million. Over 63% of family households earn above $200,000, and nearly 20% of residents work in finance and real estate. This concentration of high earners creates acute demand for sophisticated tax planning, particularly around the NJ BAIT election, multi-state income allocation, and equity compensation from the pharmaceutical and financial services sectors that anchor the local economy.
Roughly 25% of Summit residents work outside New Jersey, with many commuting to Manhattan via the NJ Transit Midtown Direct service from Summit station. That one-seat ride to Penn Station in 35 to 42 minutes makes Summit a natural home for Wall Street professionals, but it also means dual-state filing obligations. New York's convenience of the employer rule can tax work-from-home days as NY income, and proper workday allocation is critical for residents with RSU vestings, bonus payouts, and partnership K-1 income that must be sourced between states.
Summit's property tax bills routinely reach $20,000 to $38,000 depending on home value, and with NJ state income tax rates as high as 10.75%, total SALT exposure for high earners can exceed $80,000. The 2025 increase in the federal SALT cap to $40,000 helps some households, but residents earning above $600,000 effectively remain at the old $10,000 cap. For business owners with pass-through entities, the NJ BAIT election remains the most effective strategy to recover those lost deductions.
Whether you are a pharmaceutical executive at the Bristol-Myers Squibb campus on Morris Avenue, a managing director commuting to Midtown, or a small business owner serving the Summit downtown corridor, Monaco CPA provides the specialized NJ tax expertise your situation demands. For residents considering a move, the NJ exit tax withholding on home sales can exceed $70,000 at Summit price levels, making advance planning essential. Use our estimated tax calculator to model your quarterly payments across both states.
Work Directly with Greg
Every engagement handled personally - your CPA knows your name and your situation.
NJ Licensed CPA
Livingston-based virtual CPA licensed in New Jersey, serving clients statewide.
Virtual Convenience
Secure portal, video consultations, and e-filing from anywhere.
Responsive Communication
All inquiries answered within one business day.
Areas We Serve
Monaco CPA serves clients throughout Summit and Union County, NJ, including:
Services Available in Summit
Accurate, stress-free tax returns for W-2 earners, freelancers, and self-employed individuals.
Year-round strategies to help reduce your tax liability legally.
Returns and compliance for S-Corps, LLCs, partnerships, and sole proprietorships.
Monthly bookkeeping, QuickBooks Online setup, and financial reporting.
QuickBooks Online setup, cleanup, training, and ongoing support from a Gold Certified ProAdvisor.
Payroll processing, tax filings, and compliance for NJ businesses.
What Clients Say
“Greg was very professional in helping me with my taxes. He broke it down and explained all the details. He was very easy to communicate with. His tax planning and strategies helped me save money.”
Brandon B.
“Great service and really efficient. The virtual process was straightforward and saved me a ton of time.”
Eric R.
“Greg took the time to listen to my concerns and answer my tax related questions and put my mind at ease. I would definitely recommend to others.”
Mike D.
These testimonials reflect individual client experiences and do not guarantee similar outcomes. Results vary based on each client's specific facts and circumstances. No client was compensated for providing a review. Tax savings and outcomes depend on individual tax situations and are not typical of all client experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a CPA cost in Summit, NJ?
CPA fees in Summit and Union County vary by service. Individual tax returns typically start at $350, while small business returns (S-Corp, LLC, partnership) start at $750. Monaco CPA publishes transparent pricing on our pricing page, with no hidden fees or hourly billing surprises.
What is the NJ BAIT election and why does it matter for Summit business owners?
The Business Alternative Income Tax (BAIT) lets NJ pass-through entities like S-Corps and partnerships pay state income tax at the entity level, creating a federal deduction that bypasses the SALT cap. For Summit residents earning above $600,000 (where the individual SALT cap reverts to $10,000), the BAIT election is the single most impactful tool for recovering lost deductions on property taxes that routinely exceed $20,000. The election must be made annually by March 15.
I commute from Summit to NYC. Do I need to file in both states?
Yes. NJ residents working in New York must file both a NJ resident return (NJ-1040) and a NY nonresident return (IT-203). New York's convenience of the employer rule can also tax your work-from-home days as NY income. Monaco CPA handles dual-state filings and helps optimize the NJ credit for taxes paid to New York so you are not overpaying.
Does New Jersey tax capital gains differently than the federal government?
Yes. New Jersey taxes all capital gains at ordinary income rates ranging from 1.4% to 10.75%. There is no preferential long-term capital gains rate in New Jersey, unlike the federal system. For Summit residents with significant investment portfolios, this is one of the biggest NJ-specific tax surprises.
What is the NJ exit tax if I sell my Summit home and move out of state?
When selling NJ property while becoming a nonresident, the state withholds the greater of 8.97% of the estimated capital gain or 2% of the gross sale price at closing. On a $2 million Summit home with $800,000 of appreciation, the withholding would be approximately $71,760. This is a prepayment, not an additional tax; overpayments are refunded when you file a NJ nonresident return.
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Monaco CPA is licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy (Firm License #20CB00789800). Services are provided remotely to clients nationwide. Monaco CPA does not maintain physical offices outside New Jersey and does not hold CPA firm permits in other states.