Your Essential Guide to NYC Small Business Challenges


Learn the top 3 financial and compliance challenges NYC business owners face — and the simple strategies to sidestep them like a pro.


Expert advice that helps you stay compliant, make the most of your money, and navigate the challenges your small business faces in New York City.

Once you’ve read the guide, we can go even deeper.

When it comes to your small business finances, every owner has their own unique complexities to deal with. It’s whom you have in your corner to help that makes the difference. Start by talking to a CPA who knows the NYC ropes and wants to teach you them too. You’re onto a good thing. We can make it even better.

Whether it’s a side hustle or your livelihood, make sure you’re only paying what you owe.

Walk away with tangible, actionable advice from the get-go. You’ll feel more knowledgeable, confident, and able to make better business decisions. Pretty powerful stuff from a PDF.

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NYC Business Tax

New York City adds its own tax on top of federal and state taxes. We show you how owners accidentally double-pay — and the payroll/election strategy that can legally prevent it.

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Minimum Wage Law for Salaried Employees

NYC has a unique salary minimum of $62,400 for exempt employees. We explain how to stay compliant and keep labor costs under control with the hourly workaround many of our clients use.

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Labor Department Audits & Contractor Classification

NYS is strict about who counts as a contractor vs. an employee. Misclassification can lead to thousands in penalties. We break down the rules and help you avoid common mistakes.

For each of the three topics, we:

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    Explain the rules

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    Show you what it means for your business

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    Give you clear, actionable next steps

You’ll also read real client stories showing how NYC owners saved on taxes, redesigned hiring plans, and minimized audit risk.

Ready to feel more confident about your NYC business?