Spidell’s Analysis & Explanation of California Taxes® 2026 Edition (The Big Blue Answer Book®)
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- Understand how NOL and business credit suspensions may impact your business clients.
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- FTB — An exhaustive review of conformity for individuals and businesses, and new LLC and corporate issues
- BOE — A comprehensive discussion of taxable and exempt sales and how to register and file
- EDD — Practical information on filing, payment, and worker classification
- Property tax — An analysis of change of ownership rules and penalties
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