Podcast: Understand the tax issues of holding a vacation home in an LLC

This week, we’re talking about holding a vacation home in an LLC and the California tax consequences.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-17-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-understand-the-tax-issues-of-holding-a-vacation-home-in-an-llc/

Podcast: Property tax adjustments for commercial properties

This week we’re covering property tax adjustments for commercial properties.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-10-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-property-tax-adjustments-for-commercial-properties

Podcast: Tricks and traps of filing a final corporate return

This week we’re looking at some of the tricks and traps around filing a final corporate return.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-03-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-tricks-and-traps-of-filing-a-final-corporate-return

Podcast: Understand how California treats accrued market discount income

This week we’re discussing how California treats accrued market discount income.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-27-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-understand-how-california-treats-accrued-market-discount-income

Podcast: Uber/Lyft workers may soon be receiving back pay and benefits

This week, we’re covering the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court not to review the Olsen case challenging AB 5.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-20-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-uber-lyft-workers-may-soon-be-receiving-back-pay-and-benefits

Podcast: Dividing property in a divorce

This week, we’re covering dividing property in a divorce and how that affects basis and the principal residence exclusion, among other things.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-13-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-dividing-property-in-a-divorce

Podcast: Making adjustments on the California return

This week we’re covering some of the more common California adjustments to be aware of for individual taxpayers.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-06-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-making-adjustments-on-the-california-return

Podcast: Another FUTA payroll tax increase is coming

This week, we’re covering the coming FUTA payroll tax increase that’s the result of California’s Unemployment Insurance Fund loan.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-29-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-another-futa-payroll-tax-increase-is-coming/

Podcast: Nonresident sole proprietor income taxability

This week we’re discussing nonresident sole proprietor income taxability in light of several Office of Tax Appeal decisions.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-22-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-nonresident-sole-proprietor-income-taxability-9-22-24

Podcast: You don’t have to dissolve a California entity by December 31

This week we’re discussing the common misconception that a California entity needs to be dissolved by December 31 to avoid the $800 annual tax from accruing for the following year.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-15-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-you-dont-have-to-dissolve-a-california-entity-by-december-31

Podcast: Calculating California tax on trust income

This week we’re covering calculating California tax on trust income.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-08-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-calculating-california-tax-on-trust-income

Podcast: Parent/child property tax transfers under Prop. 19

This week, we’re talking about changes that Proposition 19 made to transfers of California real property between parents and children.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-01-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-parent-child-property-tax-transfers-under-prop-19

Podcast: Be the hero: Make sure your clients don’t lose out on withheld amounts

This week, we’re talking about nonwage withholding and some tips for tax pros to make sure clients don’t lose out on withheld amounts.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-25-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-be-the-hero-make-sure-your-clients-dont-lose-out-on-withheld-amounts

Podcast: Inherited basis in joint tenancy assets

This week, we’re discussing how to determine the basis of inherited property that’s held in joint tenancy.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-18-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-inherited-basis-in-joint-tenancy-assets

Podcast: Tips for filing Form FTB 3840

This week, we’re discussing some tips for filing Form 3840 to report certain like-kind exchanges.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-11-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-tips-for-filing-form-ftb-3840

Podcast: Help your clients avoid Web Pay errors

This week we’re covering common errors taxpayers make when using FTB’s Web pay system, and some tips for avoiding those mistakes.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-04-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-help-your-clients-avoid-web-pay-errors

Podcast: Avoid these causes for POA rejections

This week, we’re covering reasons why the FTB may reject a Power of Attorney submission and tips for avoiding errors.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-28-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-avoid-these-causes-for-poa-rejections

Podcast: Administrative dissolution for nonoperating businesses

This week we’re covering the voluntary and involuntary administrative dissolution process for nonoperating entities.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-21-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-administrative-dissolution-for-nonoperating-businesses/

Podcast: Remote worker issues: two common scenarios

This week we’re covering two common scenarios that arise when employees are working remotely.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-14-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-remote-worker-issues-two-common-scenarios

Podcast: What does it mean to be “doing business” in California?

This week we’re covering what it means to be doing business in California for the purposes of filing returns and paying the annual or minimum franchise tax.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-07-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-what-does-it-mean-to-be-doing-business-in-california

Podcast: EDD is auditing loan-out corporations

This week, we’re discussing the use of loan-out corporations, which are in the crosshairs of the EDD for AB 5 purposes.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-30-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-edd-is-auditing-loan-out-corporations

Podcast: Real estate withholding and trusts

This week we’re covering how real estate withholding is reported when the property is owned by a trust.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-23-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-real-estate-withholding-and-trusts

Podcast: California tax rates: what’s included?

This week we’re talking about what factors into a taxpayer’s tax rate and how it can add up.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-16-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-california-tax-rates-whats-included

Podcast: FTB has started its annual outreach letter campaign

This week, we’re covering the FTB’s annual outreach campaign to certain taxpayers who filed Schedule A and Schedule C.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-09-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-ftb-has-started-its-annual-outreach-letter-campaign

Podcast: Worker classification and tax professionals

This week we’re covering when a tax professional may be classified as an employee versus an independent contractor, and exemptions from the application of the ABC test to tax professionals.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-02-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-worker-classification-and-tax-professionals

Podcast: Be ready to make the June 17 passthrough entity tax prepayment

This week we’re covering some things to keep in mind about making the June 17 passthrough entity elective tax prepayment.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-26-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-be-ready-to-make-the-june-17-passthrough-entity-tax-prepayment/

Podcast: MyFTB multi-factor authentication coming soon

This week we’re discussing the FTB’s new multi-factor authentication process for MyFTB Accounts.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-19-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-myftb-multi-factor-authentication-coming-soon

Podcast: Are your clients just receiving 2022 LLC fee late-payment notices?

This week we’re covering LLC fee late-payment notices for 2022 that some taxpayers have only recently received.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-12-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-are-your-clients-just-receiving-2022-llc-fee-late-payment-notices/

Podcast: Property tax increases for partial transfers

This week we’re talking about property tax increases for partial transfers of property.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-05-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/property-tax-increases-for-partial-transfers/

Podcast: Tax treatment of CalPERS long-term care premium settlement

This week we’re covering the tax treatment of CalPERS long-term care premium settlement payments.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_04-28-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-tax-treatment-of-calpers-long-term-care-premium-settlement

Podcast: Bill would ease passthrough entity tax prepayment requirement

This week we’re covering a bill that has been introduced which would allow entities to make a passthrough entity tax election even if they didn’t make a June 15 prepayment.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_04-21-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-bill-would-ease-passthrough-entity-tax-prepayment-requirement

Podcast: LLC filing essentials: what every tax pro needs to know

This week we’re covering what a tax professional needs to know about LLC filing requirements.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-28-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-llc-filing-essentials-what-every-tax-pro-needs-to-know

Podcast: Improvements made to MyFTB account

This week we’re covering some enhancements to the MyFTB account system that have improved and streamlined the user experience.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-21-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-improvements-made-to-myftb-account

Podcast: FTB is going after out-of-state preparers

This week, we’re covering the requirement for a nonresident sole proprietor to pay California tax on income received from California.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-14-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/ftb-is-going-after-out-of-state-preparers

Podcast: Key nonconformity issues for 2023 returns

This week we’re covering some key California nonconformity issues for 2023 returns.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-07-24.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-key-nonconformity-issues-for-2023-returns

Podcast: Watch out for these common filing season traps

This week we’re covering some filing season traps that taxpayers can fall into, and what to watch out for to avoid these costly mistakes.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-31-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-watch-out-for-these-common-filing-season-traps/

Podcast: How to become a California nonresident

This week we’re covering what a taxpayer moving out of California needs to do to break ties with the state and actually become a nonresident.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-24-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/how-to-become-a-california-nonresident

Podcast: Passthrough entities have until end of year to maximize federal tax benefits of elective tax

This week we’re covering why a passthrough entity that made the passthrough entity tax election may want to pay the remainder of the tax by December 31.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-17-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-passthrough-entities-have-until-end-of-year-to-maximize-federal-tax-benefits-of-elective-tax

Podcast: Some older POA declarations set to expire December 31, 2023

This week we’re covering some older Power of Attorney declarations set to expire at the end of this year, and how to see which declarations are affected in MyFTB.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-10-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-some-older-poa-declarations-set-to-expire-december-31-2023

Podcast: Annual tax exemption expiring in 2024 for certain entities

This week we’re covering the expiration of the temporary exemption for the $800 annual tax that’s available for new LPs, LLCs, and LLPs.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-03-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-annual-tax-exemption-expiring-in-2024-for-certain-entities

Podcast: Splitting refunds when taxpayers divorce

This week, we’re covering tips for splitting refunds when taxpayers divorce.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-26-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-splitting-refunds-when-taxpayers-divorce

Podcast: California conformity/nonconformity to the SECURE 2.0 Act

This week we’re covering California conformity and nonconformity to various SECURE 2.0 Act provisions.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-19-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-california-conformity-nonconformity-to-the-secure-2-0-act/

Podcast: Verifying estimated tax payments with the FTB

This week we’re covering some things to keep in mind when verifying estimated tax payments with the FTB.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-12-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-verifying-estimated-tax-payments-with-the-ftb

Podcast: One-time penalty abatement implemented

This week we’re covering the FTB’s new one-time penalty abatement provision, which goes into effect for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2022.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-05-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-one-time-penalty-abatement-implemented

Podcast: California tax basis capital account reporting is coming

This week we’re covering California’s tax basis capital account reporting requirement, which goes into effect after a two-year delay.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-29-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-california-tax-basis-capital-account-reporting-is-coming

Podcast: Avoid unclaimed property fines: get into compliance

This week we’re covering the Unclaimed Property Voluntary Compliance Program to help businesses come into compliance with the unclaimed property reporting requirements.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-22-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-avoid-unclaimed-property-fines-get-into-compliance

Podcast: How gross income from tiered LLCs impacts the LLC fee

This week we’re covering how gross income from tiered LLCs impacts the LLC fee calculation.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-15-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-how-gross-income-from-tiered-llcs-impacts-the-llc-fee

Podcast: California LLC electing S corporation treatment

This week we’re covering some issues that an LLC may face when it elects to be treated as an S corporation, and what the best course of action is.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-08-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-california-llc-electing-s-corporation-treatment/

Podcast: How to handle identity verification notices from the FTB

This week we’re covering identity verification notices from the FTB and the best way to handle these notices.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-01-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-how-to-handle-identity-verification-notices-from-the-ftb

Podcast: Proposition 19 questions answered

This week we’re covering some questions we continue to receive about intergenerational property transfers under Proposition 19.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-24-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-proposition-19-questions-answered

Podcast: Passthrough entity tax: to elect or not to elect?

This week we’re talking about considerations for whether and how to make a passthrough entity tax election for 2022 and/or 2023.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-17-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-passthrough-entity-tax-to-elect-or-not-to-elect

Podcast: CalSavers and California’s retirement mandate

This week we’re discussing CalSavers enforcement notices and what to do if an employer receives one.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-10-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-calsavers-and-californias-retirement-mandate

Podcast: The e-pay mandate: don’t combine California estimates

This week we’re covering avoiding the e-pay requirement, which may apply to a taxpayer if they combine estimate payments and exceed the threshold.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-03-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-the-e-pay-mandate-dont-combine-california-estimates

Podcast: Going from a SMLLC to a multimember LLC (or vice versa)

This week we’re talking about some things to keep in mind when a single-member LLC becomes a multi-member LLC, or vice versa.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-27-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: /research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-going-from-a-smllc-to-a-multimember-llc-or-vice-versa/

Podcast: October 16 storm-related postponement traps to watch out for

This week we’re covering some traps to watch out for regarding the filing postponement to October 16.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-20-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-october-16-storm-related-postponement-traps-to-watch-out-for

Podcast: Watch out for potential traps when paying passthrough entity taxes

This week we’re covering some potential traps to watch out for when paying passthrough entity taxes.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-13-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-watch-out-for-potential-traps-when-paying-passthrough-entity-taxes

Podcast: ERC refunds and California returns, practitioner questions answered

This week we’re covering questions we’ve been receiving from practitioners regarding Employee Retention Credit refunds and California returns.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-06-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-erc-refunds-and-california-returns-practitioner-questions-answered

Podcast: New business personal property form for short-term rentals

This week we’re talking about the new business personal property reporting requirement for owners of short-term rentals.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-30-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-new-business-personal-property-form-for-short-term-rentals

Podcast: When do you need to file Form FTB 3840?

This week we’re covering when taxpayers need to file Form FTB 3840, which is used for reporting like-kind exchanges.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-23-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-when-do-you-need-to-file-form-ftb-3840

Podcast: What to do if an LLC filed a partnership return

This week we’re covering what to do if an LLC filed a partnership return when it shouldn’t have.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-16-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-what-to-do-if-an-llc-filed-a-partnership-return

Podcast: No long-term care insurance tax in California…yet

This week we’re covering what a long-term care insurance tax might look like if one were to be enacted in California.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-09-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-no-long-term-care-insurance-tax-in-california-yet/

Podcast: Help clients avoid tax when retiring outside California

This week we’re talking about a way you can help clients avoid tax when they retire outside of California, by structuring payouts to take advantage of a carveout from California taxation.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-02-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-help-clients-avoid-tax-when-retiring-outside-california/

Podcast: E-file issues that cause filing rejections

This week we’re covering the top reasons for e-file rejections for business and individual returns.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-25-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-e-file-issues-that-cause-filing-rejections/

Podcast: How to respond when clients call about the new California Paid Sick Leave grants

This week we’re covering how to respond when clients call about the new California Paid Sick Leave grants.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-18-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-how-to-respond-when-clients-call-about-the-new-california-paid-sick-leave-grants

Podcast: FTB continues their outreach letter campaign

This week we’re covering the FTB’s letter campaign regarding Schedule A and Schedule C deductions and what taxpayers should do if they receive one of these letters.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-11-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-ftb-continues-their-outreach-letter-campaign

Podcast: Passthrough entity tax elections and superseding returns

This week we’re covering the passthrough entity tax election and how to make the election on a superseding return, which the FTB defines somewhat differently than the IRS.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-04-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-passthrough-entity-tax-elections-and-superseding-returns

Podcast: Know the filing requirements when exchanging California property

This week we’re discussing filing California’s Form 3840, which is filed when California property is exchanged for out-of-state property.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-28-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-know-the-filing-requirements-when-exchanging-california-property

Podcast: Storm postponements delay June 15 payments

This week we’re covering how the filing and payment extension affects the June 15 prepayment deadline for the passthrough entity elective tax and the LLC gross receipts fee.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-21-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-storm-postponements-delay-june-15-payments

Podcast: Nonresident sole proprietor income taxability

This week we’re covering nonresident sole proprietor income and California taxability, along with a recent OTA decision regarding an out-of-state accountant.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-14-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-nonresident-sole-proprietor-income-taxability

Podcast: California’s one-time penalty abatement program is now live

This week we’re talking about California’s new one-time penalty abatement program.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-07-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-californias-one-time-penalty-abatement-program-is-now-live

Podcast: How to minimize the impending SDI tax increase

This week we’re covering the upcoming SDI tax increase and the option to use a voluntary plan instead of the state’s disability insurance program.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_04-30-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-how-to-minimize-the-impending-sdi-tax-increase/

Podcast: More information on the October 16 disaster postponement

This week we’re covering some questions that we’ve been receiving from practitioners on the October 16 disaster postponement due to the California winter storms.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_04-23-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-how-to-become-a-california-nonresident

Podcast: SECURE 2.0 Act conformity issues

This week we’re discussing California conformity to the SECURE 2.0 Act.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-29-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-secure-2-0-act-conformity-issues

Podcast: How to become a California nonresident

This week we’re discussing things taxpayers should consider when they’re moving out of California and establishing residency in another state.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-22-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-how-to-become-a-california-nonresident

Podcast: Dissolving unused entities

This week we’re covering voluntary and involuntary administrative dissolution procedures for unused entities.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-15-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-dissolving-unused-entities

Podcast: FTB’s City/County tax information sharing program

This week we’re covering the FTB’s City and County tax information sharing program as it relates not only to home-based businesses, but to employees working remotely from home.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-08-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-ftbs-city-county-tax-information-sharing-program

Podcast: Help clients avoid mandatory e-pay penalties

This week we’re discussing the e-pay mandate and the penalties for failing to make mandatory e-payments.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-01-23.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-help-clients-avoid-mandatory-e-pay-penalties

Podcast: Timely information sharing, publicizing form changes, top Spidell’s wish list

This week we’re covering some proposals for change that Spidell presented at the FTB’s recent Taxpayer Bill of Rights Meeting.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-25-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-timely-information-sharing-publicizing-form-changes-top-spidells-wish-list

Podcast: Middle Class Tax Refunds aren’t really tax refunds

This week we’re discussing California’s Middle Class Tax Refund eligibility and taxability.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-18-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/spidell-federal-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-middle-class-tax-refunds-arent-really-tax-refunds

Podcast: SDI wage base cap eliminated starting in 2024

This week we’re covering the elimination of the SDI wage base cap, and what you can do to prepare for this new tax increase on wage earners.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-11-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-sdi-wage-base-cap-eliminated-starting-in-2024

Podcast: June 15 passthrough entity tax prepayment: fiscal year taxpayers, new entities, and more

This week we’re covering the passthrough entity tax June 15 prepayment requirement as it relates to new entities and fiscal-year taxpayers.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-04-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-june-15-passthrough-entity-tax-prepayment-fiscal-year-taxpayers-new-entities-and-more

Podcast: How to handle the FTB’s identity verification notices

This week we’re covering information notices the FTB may send to verify a taxpayer’s identity and the best way to safely respond.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-27-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-how-to-handle-the-ftbs-identity-verification-notices

Podcast: Base-year property transfers got a whole lot easier under Proposition 19

This week we’re discussing changes made to base-year value transfers under Proposition 19.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-20-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-base-year-property-transfers-got-a-whole-lot-easier-under-proposition-19

Podcast: Are California’s Middle Class Tax Refunds subject to federal tax?

This week we’re covering the taxability of California’s Middle Class Tax Refund.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-13-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-are-californias-middle-class-tax-refunds-subject-to-federal-tax

Podcast: FUTA taxes will increase in January

This week we’re covering the FUTA tax increase that’s coming in January as a result of California’s Unemployment Insurance Fund loan balance.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-06-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-futa-taxes-will-increase-in-january

Podcast: Should an entity make additional passthrough entity tax payments before the end of 2022?

This week we’re talking about some considerations regarding making additional 2022 passthrough entity elective tax payments.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-30-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-should-an-entity-make-additional-passthrough-entity-tax-payments-before-the-end-of-2022

Podcast: Remember California no longer requires entities to dissolve by December 31

This week we’re covering dissolutions, as a reminder that entities no longer have to dissolve by December 31.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-23-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/remember-california-no-longer-requires-entities-to-dissolve-by-december-31

Podcast: FTB is sending out “education” letters

This week we’re covering education letters that the FTB is sending to taxpayers regarding Schedules A and C.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-16-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-ftb-is-sending-out-education-letters

Podcast: California’s tax benefits for conservancy and efficiency

This week we’re talking about some new and existing tax benefits for energy efficiency and other conservation measures.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-09-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-californias-tax-benefits-for-conservancy-and-efficiency/

Podcast: Cannabis excise tax changes

This week we’re covering legislative changes to the cannabis excise tax and potential penalties.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-02-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-cannabis-excise-tax-changes

Podcast: New unclaimed property questions on California tax returns

This week we’re discussing new questions on California business tax returns related to reporting and remitting unclaimed property.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-25-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-new-unclaimed-property-questions-on-california-tax-returns

Podcast: Tax basis capital account reporting

This week we’re talking about making California adjustments to tax basis capital accounts.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-18-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-tax-basis-capital-account-reporting

Podcast: CalSavers will apply to more employers

This week we’re covering a recent change to which employers are required to register with the CalSavers program.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-11-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-calsavers-will-apply-to-more-employers

Podcast: California tax treatment of student loan forgiveness

This week we’re discussing the California tax treatment of student loan forgiveness based on California’s complex conformity to federal law.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_09-04-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-california-tax-treatment-of-student-loan-forgiveness

Podcast: Community income and residency: When does California tax out-of-state wages?

This week we’re discussing the tax outcome of one spouse living and working outside of California while the other spouse is still in California.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-28-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-community-income-and-residency

Podcast: Watch out for erroneous passthrough entity tax refunds

This week we’re discussing erroneous passthrough entity elective tax refunds and what to do if your client has received one of these refunded payments.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-21-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-mismatched-and-unclaimed-real-estate-withholding/

Podcast: Mismatched and unclaimed real estate withholding

This week we’re covering mismatched and unclaimed real estate withholding and things for practitioners should look out for.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-14-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-mismatched-and-unclaimed-real-estate-withholding/

Podcast: Surprise ruling regarding nonresident sale of partnership interest

This week we’re covering an FTB legal ruling regarding nonresident sales of partnership interest.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_08-07-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-surprise-ruling-regarding-nonresident-sale-of-partnership-interest

Podcast: Emergency Proposition 19 rules adopted for parent–child transfers

This week we’re covering the emergency Proposition 19 rules adopted for parent–child transfers.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-31-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-emergency-proposition-19-rules-adopted-for-parent-child-transfers

Podcast: Payroll tax increases coming in January

This week we’re covering payroll tax increases that will be coming in January 2023 as a result of unemployment claims paid during the pandemic.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-24-22.mp3

Subscribers to Spidell’s California Taxletter® or the Online Research Package can access the transcript here: https://www.caltax.com/research/california-taxletter/podcast-transcripts/podcast-payroll-tax-increases-coming-in-january