California doesn't just have the highest tax rate in the country — it has the most aggressive enforcement infrastructure to collect it. The FTB has more resources, more auditors, and more legal authority than almost any other state tax agency. If you're a California taxpayer — whether you still live there or you recently left — you need someone who understands exactly how it operates.
The 13.3% rate is the headline number. But it's the mechanics underneath that create the real exposure: the $800 LLC fee that applies even with zero revenue, the FTB's ability to tax RSUs and stock options based on your California residency at vesting regardless of where you live now, and the residency audit that follows high earners for four years after they move. We know these mechanisms. We plan around them.
We serve California clients remotely through our secure portal — providing AB 150 analysis, FTB resolution, and departure planning that California taxpayers need.
California's pass-through entity tax election allows business owners to pay state tax at the entity level, generating a 9.3% California tax credit while deducting the payment federally — completely bypassing the SALT cap. Most California business owners aren't using this yet.
Form 540 preparation, multi-bracket optimization, and FTB compliance for California individuals and families.
California's pass-through entity tax election can save business owners $5,000–$20,000+ annually. We analyze eligibility and implement this for qualifying clients.
The California FTB is one of the most aggressive state agencies. We represent clients in FTB audits, residency disputes, and back tax resolution.
Moving out of California? We document your residency change correctly to protect against FTB residency audits — a major risk for high earners who leave.
California taxes equity based on where you lived when it vested — even after you move. We handle the complex multi-state allocation calculations.
Every LLC doing business in California owes a minimum $800/year — including out-of-state LLCs. We ensure compliance and minimize exposure.
Your first consultation is free. We'll identify exactly what applies to your situation.