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FTB offers extensions and tax relief to Californians affected by Hurricane Sandy

Posted on November 26, 2012February 19, 2019 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation,

Even though Moskowitz LLP is located in the San Francisco Bay Area of California, we have clients all over the world. If you have been affected by Hurricane Sandy, our tax attorneys and CPA's can help determine your eligibility for storm-related tax deductions and how to best claim them. Though...

Proposition 30 proposes higher income tax for well off in California

Posted on October 31, 2012February 19, 2019 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation,

It's no secret that the state of California is in a dubious position, facing considerable debt in the wake of our Nation’s recent recession. In order to increase revenue, Governor Jerry Brown has proposed a series of tax increases that will appear on voting ballots next week. One of the...

Franchise Tax Board’s Automatic Calls – What You Need to Know

Posted on July 12, 2012February 19, 2019 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation,

On July 10, 2012, the California State Franchise Tax Board (FTB) announced that it would implement an automatic dialer system to make outbound calls to individuals to further enhance their collection efforts; which include, but are not limited to, tax liens, bank levies, garnishments ,etc. Businesses will begin to receive...

California Offshore Voluntary Disclosure – New Voluntary Compliance Initiative for California

Posted on May 10, 2011February 20, 2019 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation,

In March 2011, California passed legislation to allow a program similar to the federal 2011 Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Initiative (OVDI). Senate Bill 86 was passed by the California legislature, signed by Governor Brown, and entered into California law. While SB 86 amends several sections of the Revenue and Taxation Code,...

Federal Tax Calendar

Posted on January 1, 2011February 20, 2019 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation, Tax Planning & Compliance,

Federal Tax Calendar - 2011 January 10 — Employees who work for tips If you received $20 or more in tips during December, report them to your employer. January 18 — Individuals Pay your estimated tax for 2010 using Form 1040-ES. January 18 — Farmers & fishermen Pay your estimated...

San Bruno Fire Victims, Disaster Tax Losses

Posted on December 7, 2010February 20, 2019 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation,

Victims of disaster are often faced with immediate and severe economic hardships. Fortunately, the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) and the State Legislature has provided a way for victims of the San Bruno Fire disaster to obtain the financial relief to which they are entitled in an expeditious manner. This benefit...

Tax Tales: Married Couples Filing Separate Taxes

Posted on December 2, 2010February 20, 2019 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance, State & Local Taxation, Tax: Audits, Litigation & Collection,

In today’s age of technology we enjoy access to information at the push of a button. The latest advances in technology not only benefit us greatly, but also the government. After 9/11, the Patriot Act gave the government more access to financial institutions both domestic and foreign. Personal and business financial...

BOOSTING SALES AND USE TAX REVENUE FOR CALIFORNIA

Posted on November 8, 2010June 11, 2018 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation, Business Law,

Recent downturns in the economy and consumer spending have caused a decrease in the number of Sales and Use Tax collected by the California Board of Equalization (BOE). According to the most recently published annual report on the BOE’s website, the total Sales and Use Tax revenues for the 2007-2008...

Summary of November 2nd 2010 propositions, voted on by Californians

Posted on November 4, 2010June 11, 2018 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation,

California voters on November 2 opted to allow state lawmakers to pass a budget with a simple majority while imposing harsh penalties for failing to pass one by the deadline and putting more revenue sources out of reach. According to results as of November 3, Proposition 25 was approved 54.9...

Freeze & Seize Law – California

Posted on October 22, 2010June 11, 2018 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation, Criminal Tax Law,

Senior Partner, Law Offices of Stephen Moskowitz, LLP California Penal Code Section 186.11 is known as the 'Freeze and Seize Law.' This law allows a court to preserve a criminal defendant's assets in order to pay restitution to victims and any fines imposed for their misdeeds. Any money in bank...

Before You Walk Away

Posted on June 1, 2010June 11, 2018 by Moskowitz LLP Real Estate Law, State & Local Taxation,

Steve will be taking part in an Educational Seminar designed for California Homeowners struggling with their mortgages. Please find the below information. What Every California Homeowner Must Know About Strategic Defaults Dates: Thursday, June 10, Noon (CA time)-1:00 p.m. Friday, June 11, Noon (CA time)-1:00 p.m. Monday, June 14, Noon...

New California Use Tax Collection Strategy

Posted on October 2, 2009June 12, 2018 by Moskowitz LLP Business Law, State & Local Taxation, Tax Planning & Compliance,

In a September 8, 2009 press release, the California State Board of Equalization announced its new use tax registration requirements in an effort to identify taxpayers that have been failing to pay use tax to the State. This effort is anticipated to bring in $183 million of previously uncollected use...

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