The Office of the Taxpayer Advocate (OTA) is here to help you solve your New York City tax issues after you have tried to resolve them with the Department of Finance on your own.
The Office of the Taxpayer Advocate is independent from other parts of the Department of Finance and reports directly to the DOF commissioner. The Office of the Taxpayer Advocate can recommend policy changes or request that the Department of Finance take action on behalf of NYC taxpayers.
There are certain issues that the Office of the Taxpayer Advocate cannot assist you with:
We can help you if your issue meets at least one of the following guidelines:
Brochures
The Office of the Taxpayer Advocate Brochure
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Business and Excise Tax - Your Rights and Responsibilities
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NYC Property and Business Tax Reference Card
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