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Cryptocurrency Taxes in California: PIT vs. Franchise Board Guidance
Introduction In 2025, California crypto traders, DeFi investors, and NFT creators face two levels of tax scrutiny: federal and state. While the IRS has provided detailed cryptocurrency guidance, the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) has begun matching federal treatment with additional sourcing and PIT (Personal Income Tax) consequences. If you’re a resident, part-year resident, or […]
QSBS & California: 0% State Exclusion? Myth-Busting the Rules
Introduction Heard you can sell startup stock tax-free under Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) rules? That’s only partially true especially if you live in California. In 2025, many founders mistakenly believe the QSBS 0% exclusion applies at the federal and state level. But California repealed its state QSBS exclusion, and it’s time to separate fact […]