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Tag: Startup Tax Planning
Installment Sales of Startup Equity: Watch for California PIT Interest Charges
Installment Sales of Startup Equity Founders and early investors often choose to sell their startup equity through an installment sale deferring recognition of capital gains over time. While this strategy can help with cash flow and tax planning, many forget one important twist: California may charge interest on the deferred income, even if the IRS […]
California’s Corporate Tax vs. LLC Tax: What’s More Expensive? (2025 Edition)
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 […]