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Franchise, Privilege & Business Taxes
The state and local taxes on simply having a company: franchise taxes, minimum taxes, gross receipts and privilege taxes, and local business licenses.
What is included
- State franchise tax returns and minimum tax payments
- Gross receipts taxes such as the Washington B&O tax
- County and city business licenses and privilege taxes
- Tracking due dates across all your states
- Responses to franchise tax notices
Different in every state
California charges most LLCs and corporations an $800 minimum franchise tax; Texas has its own franchise tax report; North Carolina corporations pay franchise tax with the income tax return. Our state guides list the rules state by state.
Common questions
My company had no income. Do I still owe?
Often yes — franchise and minimum taxes are charged for the right to do business, not on profit.
Tell us your situation. We will tell you the fee.
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