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

Podcast: Budget bill provides some tax relief

This week we’re covering AB 194, which was signed as part of the 2022-2023 budget deal, addressing PPP conformity, first-time penalty abatement, and other provisions.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-17-22.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-budget-bill-provides-some-tax-relief

Podcast: Passthrough entity elective tax and nonresident withholding

This week we’re covering the passthrough entity elective tax and how it intersects with nonresident withholding requirements.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_07-10-22.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-passthrough-entity-elective-tax-and-nonresident-withholding

Podcast: Top reasons for e-file 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_07-03-22.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-top-reasons-for-e-file-rejections/

Podcast: EDD worker classification audits

This week we’re covering Employment Development Department worker classification audits and the potential for penalties to be assessed on tax professionals.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-26-22.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-edd-worker-classification-audits

Podcast: California like-kind exchanges: Form 3840 FAQs

This week we’re covering some FAQs regarding like-kind exchanges and filing California Form 3840.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-19-22.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-like-kind-exchanges-form-3840-faqs

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_06-12-22.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-property-tax-increases-for-partial-transfers/

Podcast: Taxing nonresident sole proprietor income

This week we’re covering nonresident sole proprietor income and when it may be subject to California tax.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_06-05-22.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-taxing-nonresident-sole-proprietor-income/

Podcast: Estimated gross receipts fee for LLCs due soon

This week we’re talking about the estimated gross receipts fee for LLCs, which is due on June 15.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-29-22.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-estimated-gross-receipts-fee-for-llcs-due-soon/

Podcast: June 15 passthrough entity elective tax prepayments

This week we’re covering the June 15 due date for passthrough entity elective tax prepayments and some things to consider when making these payments.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-21-22.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-june-15-passthrough-entity-elective-tax-prepayments

Podcast: 10 tips for changing California residency/domicile

This week we’re covering ten tips for changing California residency.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-15-22.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-10-tips-for-changing-california-residency-domicile

Podcast: Mandatory e-pay requirements

This week we’re covering mandatory e-pay, including penalties and waiver requests and passthrough entity elective tax payments.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-08-22.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-mandatory-e-pay-requirements

Podcast: Passthrough entity tax payments due soon

This week we’re covering the upcoming June 15 deadline to make the first of two passthrough entity elective tax payments, and what happens if that payment is late or underpaid.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_05-01-22.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-passthrough-entity-tax-payments-due-soon/

Podcast: CalSavers registration deadline is approaching

This week we’re covering an upcoming CalSavers registration deadline to be aware of.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_04-24-22.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-calsavers-registration-deadline-is-approaching/

Podcast: Passthrough entity elective tax FAQs

This week we’re covering a few of the frequently asked questions we’ve been getting about California’s passthrough entity elective tax.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-30-22.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-passthrough-entity-elective-tax-faqs/

Podcast: Form 1099-NEC and other deadlines are approaching

This week we’re clarifying when you need to send a 1099-NEC to the FTB, along with some deadlines coming up at the end of January.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-23-22.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/podcast-form-1099-nec-and-other-deadlines-are-approaching

Podcast: Coming soon: Faster access to MyFTB Account

This week we’re covering changes to MyFTB that will allow for faster registration.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-16-22.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-coming-soon-faster-access-to-myftb-account/

Podcast: Schedule C taxpayers receiving self-correct letters

This week we’re covering the FTB’s recent self-correct letter campaign to Schedule C filers.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-09-22.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-schedule-c-taxpayers-receiving-self-correct-letters/

Podcast: Deferred Social Security tax payments are due

This week we’re covering the approaching due date for repaying the first portion of any social security taxes that an employer may have deferred.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_01-02-22.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-deferred-social-security-tax-payments-are-due

Podcast: Year-end tax planning

This week we’re covering some year-end tax planning tips for individuals and businesses.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-26-21.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-tax-planning

Podcast: Passthrough entity elective tax payment issues explained

This week we’re covering some issues with making passthrough entity elective tax payments and what need to know about the process.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-19-21.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-elective-tax-payment-issues-explained/

Podcast: Lender letters: tips and traps

This week we’re covering verification letters that lenders and other third parties often ask tax professionals to provide, and the pitfalls of providing these letters.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-12-21.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-lender-letters-tips-and-traps

Podcast: Are employer paid family leave benefits taxable?

This week we’re covering the taxability of paid family leave benefits offered by a private employer.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_12-05-21.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-employer-paid-family-leave-benefits-taxable/

Podcast: EDD looking for employment verification from PUA recipients

This week we’re covering letters the EDD is sending out to recipients of pandemic unemployment assistance benefits asking for employment verification.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-28-21.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-edd-looking-for-employment-verification-from-pua-recipients

Podcast: Guidance on 100% meals deduction: per diem rates

This week we’re covering some recent guidance on the 100% meals deduction as it relates to taxpayers who use the per diem rates.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-21-21.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-guidance-on-100-meals-deduction-per-diem-rates

Podcast: Latest Build Back Better Act provisions

This week we’re covering some of the tax provisions contained in the Build Back Better Act, which still has yet to be voted on.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-14-21.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-latest-build-back-better-act-provisions

Podcast: Passthrough entity elective tax: FAQs

This week we’re covering frequently asked questions about the passthrough entity elective tax.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_11-7-21.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-elective-tax-faqs/

Podcast: New S corporation shareholder basis reporting form

This week we’re looking at a new IRS form for reporting shareholder basis.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-31-21.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-s-corporation-shareholder-basis-reporting-form/

Podcast: Which California forms will change for the 2021 tax year?

This week we’re talking about some forms changes to be aware of for the 2021 tax year.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-24-21.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-which-california-forms-will-change-for-the-2021-tax-year

Podcast: Passthrough entity elective tax credit does not reduce California tax below Tentative Minimum Tax

This week we’re covering how the passthrough entity tax affects California tentative minimum tax.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-17-21.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-elective-tax-credit-does-not-reduce-california-tax-below-tentative-minimum-tax

Podcast: The passthrough entity tax and nonresident withholding

This week we’re covering the passthrough entity tax enacted by AB 150 and how it interacts with nonresident withholding.

To listen to this podcast, go to: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spidellpublishing/SCM_10-10-21.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-passthrough-entity-tax-and-nonresident-withholding