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Tax Planning · 2026

California Estimated Tax Payments 2026 – Safe Harbor Rules, Deadlines & FTB Requirements

An educational overview of 2026 federal and California estimated tax payment rules, safe harbor thresholds, FTB installment schedules, and the critical $1M AGI limitation.

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Tax Planning · 2026

S-Corp vs. LLC in California 2026 – Tax Treatment, Structures, and Key Differences

An educational overview of how S corporations and LLCs are taxed differently in California, including the 1.5% entity-level tax, gross receipts LLC fee, and S-Corp eligibility restrictions.

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Tax Planning · 2026

OBBBA Deductions 2026 – Seniors, Overtime Pay, and Qualified Car Loan Interest

Educational overview of three new above-the-line OBBBA deductions: the $6,000 enhanced senior deduction, overtime pay deduction, and up to $10,000 car loan interest deduction for 2026.

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Tax Planning · 2026

California PTE Elective Tax 2026 – June 15 Payment Deadline and SB 132 Changes

Educational overview of the June 15, 2026 initial payment requirement for California pass-through entities, SB 132 election validity modifications, and the 12.5% credit reduction for shortfalls.

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Dispute Resolution · 2026

IRS Conservation Easement Settlement Opportunity 2026 – Time-Limited Dispute Resolution Under IR-2026-65

Educational overview of the IRS time-limited settlement opportunity for eligible partnerships in conservation easement disputes, including terms, the 90-day acceptance window, and exclusions.

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Tax Planning · 2026

OBBBA Remittance Excise Tax 2026 – Schedule 6 (Form 8849) Refund Procedures

Educational overview of the OBBBA 1 percent remittance excise tax and the new Schedule 6 (Form 8849) refund procedures for cancelled or expired transfers effective January 1, 2026.

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Tax Planning · 2026

No Tax on Tips Deduction 2026 – Amended Return Guidance and Reporting Requirements

Educational overview of the OBBBA No Tax on Tips deduction for 70+ designated service occupations, amended return circumstances following May 2026 IRS guidance, and W-2 reporting requirements.

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Dispute Resolution · 2026

Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act 2026 – IRS Collection Due Process Changes Under H.R. 6506

Educational overview of H.R. 6506 passed May 19, 2026, responding to Commissioner v. Zuch by suspending refund statute of limitations and prohibiting IRS offsets during CDP hearings.

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Tax Planning · 2026

IRS Underpayment Interest Rates 2026 – Penalty Adjustments and Estimated Tax Implications

Educational overview of updated federal (6%) and California FTB (7%) underpayment interest rates effective July 1, 2026, and their impact on estimated tax penalty calculations.

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Dispute Resolution · 2026

IRS Notice CP2000 2026 – What It Means and How to Respond

Educational overview of IRS Notice CP2000, common causes of underreporter discrepancies, the five-step response process, and how to preserve appeal rights with a 30-day deadline.

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Tax Planning · 2026

California Form 593 Real Estate Withholding 2026 – Common Errors and Corrections

Educational overview of California Form 593 real estate withholding at 3.333% of sales price, the five most common filing errors, and the amendment procedures available to remitters.

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Tax Planning · 2026

2026 Tax Filing Season Recap – Top IRS and FTB Audit Triggers and Avoidance Strategies

Educational overview of the most common IRS and FTB audit triggers observed during the 2026 filing season, including OBBBA deductions, Schedule C, crypto, and California conformity issues.

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Dispute Resolution · 2026

IRS Lien or Levy Notice 2026 – Real-World Steps and New Due Process Protections

Educational overview of the distinctions between IRS federal tax liens and levies, the H.R. 6506 due process enhancements, and the 30-day Form 12153 deadline to preserve CDP hearing rights.

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Bookkeeping · 2026

California FTB Notices 2026 – Common Bookkeeping Errors Triggering Notices

Educational overview of the most frequently observed bookkeeping errors leading to FTB notices in 2026, including OBBBA conformity failures, unreconciled accounts, and Form 593 discrepancies.

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Tax Planning · 2026

S Corporation vs LLC in California 2026 – Complete Comparison and Decision Checklist

Educational side-by-side comparison of S corporations and LLCs in California for 2026, including the 1.5% entity tax, LLC gross receipts fee, self-employment tax treatment, and a neutral decision checklist.

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Dispute Resolution · 2026

Understanding IRS Notices 2026 – Complete Guide to CP2000, CP504, CP59 and Common Types

Educational guide to the most frequently received IRS notices in 2026, including CP2000 (underreporter), CP504 (intent to levy), and CP59 (unpaid balance reminder), with response deadlines and procedures.

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Estate Planning · 2026

Estate Planning for California S-Corp and LLC Owners – Key Considerations 2026

Educational overview of ownership transfer rules, federal estate tax exemptions, valuation discounts, California community property rules, and succession planning tools for S-corp and LLC owners.

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