ErnieS0
Expert Alumni

After you file

No. Your company is correct. Do not adjust your return, though it seems illogical to pay tax to New York even though you never went to the office since March.

 

New Jersey and New York agreed to maintain pre-COVID-19 tax arrangements with regards to employee residency even if an employee is working from home in a different state.

 

New Jersey sourcing rules dictate that income is sourced based on where the service or employment is performed based on a day’s method of allocation. However, during the temporary period of COVID-19 pandemic, wage income will continue to be sourced as determined by the employer in accordance with the employer’s jurisdiction.

 

Learn more at Telecommuter COVID-19 Employer and Employee FAQ. See the section entitled Personal Income Tax.

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