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Statutory Authority & Who Pays California imposes a gross-receipts (“LLC”) fee—separate from the $800 franchise tax—under R&TC § 17942. Any LLC “doing business” or registered in California must pay the fee if its total California income (apportioned or sourced) meets the thresholds below, regardless of profit or loss. Federal entity classification under IRC § 7701 […]
Introduction If you’re launching or expanding a business in California in 2025, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing between forming a corporation or a limited liability company (LLC). Both structures come with different tax costs, compliance rules, and long-term implications. This blog compares both structures from a California tax perspective to […]