Tag: Series LLC

Can You Run a Series LLC Inside California?

California does not permit the formation of Series LLCs within the state. However, foreign Series LLCs, those formed in other states, can register and operate in California. Despite this allowance, each series within the LLC is treated as a separate entity for tax purposes, leading to potential complexities and increased costs. What Is a Series […]

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Delaware Series LLC? Why California Charges a “Doing Business” Fee Anyway (2025)

Why Your Delaware Series LLC Still Owes California Money State Nexus Rule. California imposes its annual $800 franchise tax on every entity “doing business” in the state or registered with the Secretary of State—no matter where it was created (R&TC § 17941, § 23101).  Series Treated Separately. The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) treats each protected […]

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