This week we’re covering the suspension of the RMD requirement for 2020, as well as some considerations and remaining questions on this issue.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_4-26-20.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/recontributing-your-2020-ira-distribution

This week we’re covering a federal issue: the paycheck protection program loans and some common questions we’ve been getting about partnerships, loan forgiveness, and use of funds.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_4-17-20.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-paycheck-protection-program-loans-common-questions/

This week we’re covering the small business accounting method simplification provision, and making a retroactive election.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-26-20.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-small-business-accounting-method-reform-and-simplification

This week we’re talking about how a refund could show up in an unexpected year and why that sometimes happens.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-19-20.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-make-sure-a-refund-is-reported-in-the-correct-year

This week we’re covering some lawsuits that were recently filed in the wake of the passage of AB 5.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-12-20.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/ab-5-lawsuits-have-already-started/

This week we are talking about how changes to the federal W-4 have affected what is filed with the California Employment Development Department.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-5-20.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/when-must-new-withholding-forms-be-filed/

This week we’re talking about the involuntary dissolution program that the FTB will launch in January 2020

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-29-19.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-involuntary-administrative-dissolution-program-begins-in-january/

This week we’re covering a bill that impacts tax and retirement provisions and whether California conforms

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-22-19.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-extenders-and-secure-act/

This week we are talking about another round of FTB letters to taxpayers who should have filed a Form 3840 to report a like-kind exchange.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-15-19.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-sending-third-round-of-like-kind-exchange-demand-letters/

This week we have some gifting strategies to consider since we are nearing the end of the year.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-08-19.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-filing-california-returns-after-identity-theft/

This week we have some gifting strategies to consider since we are nearing the end of the year.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-01-19.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-year-end-gifting-strategies/

This week we’re covering a change in the way the FTB will disallow head of household status which shortens the process, but gives taxpayers fewer dispute options.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-24-19.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-new-process-for-disallowing-hoh-status/

This week we’re looking at the worker classification issue as it’s playing out at the federal level and comparing that to what’s happening here in California with AB 5.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-17-19.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-gig-economy-will-the-feds-follow-california/

This week we’re talking about the new California health care mandate enacted by SB 78.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-10-19.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/make-sure-clients-have-health-care-to-avoid-new-california-penalty/

This week we’re looking at one sure-fire way to get snagged in a residency audit.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-3-19.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-when-does-a-resident-become-a-nonresident/

This week we’re covering federal and California solar credits and incentives.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-27-19.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-federal-and-state-solar-incentives/

This week we’re covering a bill that was just signed, allowing more cannabis businesses to be able to deduct business expenses.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-20-19.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-will-allow-all-cannabis-businesses-to-deduct-expenses/

This week we’re talking about a case where the taxpayer was in prison and he came up against some interesting filing issues.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-13-19.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-doing-time-dont-get-popped-for-failing-to-file-too/

This week we’re talking about the state and local tax deduction limitation and a recent court case brought by several states, plus California’s College Access Tax Credit.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-6-19.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-states-challenge-to-10-000-salt-limitation-rejected/

This week we’re covering a tax appeal that affects nonresident sole proprietors who have California customers.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-29-19.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-nonresident-sole-proprietor-s-income-sourced-to-california/

This week we’re covering AB 5 and the provisions that affect various types of tax professionals.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-22-19.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/how-will-tax-pros-be-affected-by-ab-5/

This week we’re covering some §199A guidance that appeared in draft form instructions, but which the IRS hasn’t commented on previously.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-8-19.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/irs-releases-quiet-199a-guidance/

This week we’re covering the mailbox rule and how to prove when a document was mailed, plus some mailing tips for California purposes if you’re using a private carrier like FedEx.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-8-19.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-demise-of-the-mailbox-rule/

This week we’re covering some notices the FTB uses to collect extra information from taxpayers, and the best way to respond to those notices.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-1-19.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/responding-to-ftb-requests-for-more-information/

This week we’re taking a look at the areas of nonconformity that have not yet been addressed by legislation.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-25-19.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/which-areas-of-nonconformity-remain/

This week we’re covering what a K-1 can tell us regarding an entity being a qualified trade or business or an SSTB.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-18-19.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/199a-and-k-1-reporting/

This week we’re covering the taxability of pension payments to former California residents, and the importance of keeping documentation related to these payments.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-11-19.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-taxability-of-nonresident-pensions/

This week we’re covering the steps needed to make both of these elections until formal guidance is released.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-4-19.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-make-small-business-accounting-and-partnership-termination-elections-for-2018-returns/

This week we’re covering some forms updates for tax year 2019.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-28-19.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-draft-form-1040-sr-released-for-2019/

This week we have some information on California’s new health care mandate which goes into effect in January of 2020.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-21-19.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-new-individual-health-care-mandate/

This week we’re talking about the pros and cons of the practice of filing extensions with no tax due, and how it could possibly affect the state return among other things.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-14-19.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-filing-zero-due-extensions-good-idea-or-not

This week we’re covering a few important bills that were recently passed at the federal and state level.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-7-19.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-federal-and-california-legislation-affecting-tax-professionals/

This week we’re covering the redesigned FTB website and some of the changes to how it works.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_6-30-19.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-launches-new-website/

This week we’re covering using Ralite or an offer in compromise for a corporation or LLC that is no longer doing business, but where administrative dissolution doesn’t apply.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_6-23-19.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-using-the-ralite-case-and-offers-in-compromise/

This week we’re covering the administrative dissolution procedure for defunct California LLCs or corporations — which is a procedure that only became available in 2018.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_6-16-19.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-administrative-dissolution-an-alternative-to-ralite/

This week we’re covering some changes the IRS has made to its transcript service.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_6-9-19.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-irs-transcript-fax-service-discontinued/

This week we’re covering the CalSavers state-sponsored retirement program, which just passed a major hurdle and is closer to going into effect.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_5-26-19.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-state-mandated-retirement-program-in-the-works/

This week we’re covering how to handle the information provided on a 1099-B and what actually gets reported on the tax return.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_5-19-19.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-a-1099-b-can-be-an-audit-red-flag/

This week we’re covering a change to how certain POAs are processed by the FTB, and what actions are required by the tax professional and the taxpayer.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_5-12-19.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-changes-to-some-poa-declarations

This week we’re covering the passage of AB 147, California’s Wayfair bill.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_5-5-19.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/california-adopts-500-000-economic-nexus-threshold-for-use-taxes/

This week, we’re covering the various notices your client might receive and how to best respond, because if the FTB has questions while they’re processing a taxpayer’s return, they’ll send a notice asking for more information.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_4-28-19.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/notices-you-may-get-from-the-ftb/

This week we’re covering a few news items that happened at the very end of tax season or just after.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_4-21-19.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/post-tax-season-catch-up/

This week we’re talking about handling 1099-Gs in terms of which year a refund should be reported.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-27-19.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-is-your-2017-refund-included-on-the-1099-g/

This week we’re covering the IRS’s new voluntary disclosure program and an update to the tax transcript service.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-20-19.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/new-voluntary-disclosure-program-picks-up-where-old-one-left-off/

This week we’re covering the effects of the government shutdown on the upcoming filing season.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-13-19.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/what-does-the-government-shutdown-mean-for-tax-pros/

This week we’re covering the timeframes for reporting federal changes to the FTB and how to report those changes.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_1-6-19.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/report-federal-adjustments-to-the-ftb/

This week we’re covering entity dissolutions and the $800 minimum or annual tax, because we frequently get questions on how a dissolving entity can avoid being assessed the tax going forward.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-30-18.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/see-what-an-entity-needs-to-do-to-avoid-being-assessed-the-800-tax/

This week we’re covering some federal form updates, and notices that business in California will be receiving in early 2019.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-23-18.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-pre-filing-season-update/

This week we are covering a rule that allows some taxpayers domiciled in California to be treated as nonresidents.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-16-18.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/residency-and-the-546-day-rule/

In part 2 of our series on §199A planning tips, this week, we have tips to consider for businesses to maximize the deduction.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-9-18.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-planning-for-the-irc-199a-deduction-businesses/

This week, we’re covering some planning tips related to the IRC §199A deduction for individual taxpayers.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-2-18.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/planning-for-the-irc-199a-deduction-individuals/

This week we’re talking about the changes made to Schedule CA to allow for the differences between federal and California law following tax reform.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-25-18.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-schedule-ca-addresses-tcja-nonconformity/

This week we’re covering letters the CDTFA is sending out to individuals about use tax obligations, and what those letters might mean.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-18-18.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-use-tax-letters-being-sent-to-individuals/

This week we’re covering the administrative dissolution process, for which Spidell has been advocating for years to help taxpayers abate outstanding tax liabilities.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-11-18.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/administrative-dissolution-for-inactive-llcs-and-corporations-in-california

This week we are covering specified service businesses for the purposes of the §199A deduction.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-4- 18.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-irc-199a-and-specified-service-trades-or-businesses

This week we have a bit more information on how the EDD has reacted to the California Supreme Court's decision in Dynamex.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-28-18.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-is-the-edd-saying-about-dynamex

This week we are talking about waiving penalties for reasonable cause, whether it's because of a power outage or reliance on a preparer.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-21-18.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-the-power-goes-out-on-filing-day

This week we're covering regulations that confirm the tax reform act elimination of miscellaneous itemized deductions does not eliminate expenses that were previously deductible under IRC §67(e).

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-14-18.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-guidance-clarifies-miscellaneous-itemized-deductions-for-fiduciary-returns

This week we're covering business meal expense guidance that tax pros have been waiting for since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act went into effect.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-7-18.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-guidance-on-business-meal-expense-deductions

This week we're talking about raising fees as a result of the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-30-18.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—raising-fees-and-justifying-it

This week we're covering FUTA and what it means to employers that California has paid off its unemployment account loan balance.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-23-18.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/futa-rate-cuts-coming-to-california-employers

This week we have some stats on FTB business audits, including the FTB's business audit workload, how long these cases are taking, and how much revenue is being generated from these audits.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-16-18.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-business-audits-by-the-numbers

This week we're covering some of the bills that made to the Governor's desk and are awaiting his signature, including another bill in conflict with the IRS's recent proposed regulations.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-9-18.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-legislative-update-bills-sent-to-governor

This week we're covering the IRS proposed regulations disallowing charitable contribution deductions to funds that many states put in place to circumvent the limitation on state and local tax deductions.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_9-2-18.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/salt-limitation-workaround-irs-regs-and-a-california-bill

This week we have some follow-up information regarding the problems that practitioners have been having with accessing client accounts through MyFTB.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-26-18.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/posdcast-ftb-calling-practitioners-to-expedite-poas

This week we're covering the high points of the recently-released proposed regulations under §199A.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-19-18.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-199a-proposed-regulations–quick-and-dirty

This week we're covering a lighter non-tax topic: waste and misuse of time by state employees.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-12-18.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-your-tax-dollars-at-work-or-not

This week we’re covering the filing requirements for Form FTB 3840 when a passthrough or disregarded entity does a like-kind exchange.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_8-5-18.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-who-is-responsible-for-filing-form-3840-after-a-like-kind-exchange

This week we’re covering who can and cannot sign a tax return for a fee in California and the potential penalties.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-29-18.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-which-tax-preparers-can-sign-a-california-return

This week we’re covering data breaches and what to do if your practice has been affected.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-22-18.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-steps-to-take-if-your-practice-suffers-a-data-breach

This week we're covering tax preparer regulation efforts, starting with the recent situation in Nevada that's keeping Enrolled Agents from being able to do their jobs.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-15-18.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/eas-practice-rights-limited-in-nevada

This week we’re covering an initiative to split California into smaller pieces and how that would play out if it passes.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-8-18.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/cali-three-nia-dreamin

This week we’re covering the recent Wayfair decision and the potential effect on sales and use tax collection.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_7-1-18.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/the-wayfair-decision-physical-presence-no-longer-required-for-sales-and-use-tax-purposes

This week, we're covering the new centralized partnership audit rules and SB 274, which lays out partnership reporting requirements for FTB purposes.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_6-24-18.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-centralized-partnership-audit-rules

This week, we're covering mandatory electronic payments and the associated penalties and waivers.

To listen to this podcast, go to: http://traffic.libsyn.com/spidellpublishing/SCM_6-17-18.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-electronic-payments-penalties-and-waiver-requests