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A franchise tax is not based on income. Rather, the typical franchise tax calculation is based on the net worth of or capital held by the entity. The franchise tax effectively charges corporations for the privilege of doing business in the state.

If you cancel your LLC within one year of organizing, you can file Short form cancellation (SOS Form LLC-4/8) with the SOS. Your LLC will not be subject to the annual $800 tax for its first tax year.

Unlike state income taxes, franchise taxes are not based on a corporation's profit. A business entity must file and pay the franchise tax regardless of whether it makes a profit in any given year. State income taxes—and how much is paid—on the other hand, are dependent on how much an organization makes during the year.

Sometimes, you'll receive a refund that's either more or less than you expected. Common reasons include changes to a tax return or a payment of past due federal or state debts.

Filing a late tax return is one of the most common reasons that a large number of taxpayers owe money to the FTB. Specifically, a taxpayer can incur late fees on an unfiled return the day after not filing their tax return.

Every corporation that is incorporated, registered, or doing business in California must pay the $800 minimum franchise tax.

California law generally imposes a minimum franchise tax of $800 on every corporation incorporated, qualified to transact business, or doing business in California. A corporation that incorporates or qualifies to do business in California is exempt from paying the minimum franchise tax in its first taxable year.

Filing a late tax return is one of the most common reasons that a large number of taxpayers owe money to the FTB. Specifically, a taxpayer can incur late fees on an unfiled return the day after not filing their tax return.