What is business personal property? Business Personal Property includes all supplies, equipment and any fixtures used in the operation of a business.California use tax is imposed on consumers of tangible personal property that is used, consumed, given away or stored in this state. If you are using any 'personal' equipment in your business, then yes, it must be reported. Examples of personal property include clothes, jewelry, furniture, and automobiles. Assessor Jeff Prang and his staff walk you step-by-step on how to prepare a Business Personal Property Statement, Form 571-L. Application software. Examples of business property that would be assessed as personal property include but are not limited to: • Operating Supplies. Tangible property owned, claimed, possessed or controlled in the conduct of a profession, trade or business may be subject to property tax. Completing the Business Property Statement (Form 571L).