After the epic storms deluged California in early 2023, the IRS and the state Franchise Tax Board gave most taxpayers in the state until mid-November to file their returns and pay what they owed.

Tax scams can come in many forms when they target individuals and businesses, and one of the most common is IRS or Franchise Tax Board impersonations via telephone, email and text. In a press ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Two key tax benefits may help many Californians earn some money back this upcoming tax season. Free tax help is available from California's Franchise Tax Board through its ...

(FOX40.COM) — The California Franchise Tax Board is warning taxpayers of potential scams on Thursday. Video above: Proposed new tax causes divide in Lodi wineries The FTB said they are receiving ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. Aug 04, 2025, 08:55am EDT Book with California taxes on a desk.

While taxpayers can request extensions to file their tax returns, they must still pay what they owe by April 15. Some California residents are granted extensions for payments due to wildfires earlier ...