Resources

Looking for information on Corporation, Company or Partnership Filings?
Contact: Secretary of State Business Programs Division
1500 11th Street Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 657-5448

Looking for information on Requirements for Employers?
Contact: Employment Development Department Employment Tax Customer Service Office
Office locations and more information is at the EDD website.

Looking for information on Sales and Use Permits, or Sellers Permits?
Contact: State Board of Equalization Sales/ Use Tax Division
Office locations and more information is at the BOE website.

Looking for additional information on Resale Certificates?
Visit this website: www.boe.ca.gov/sutax/faqresale.htm

Looking for information on State Income Taxes?
Contact: Franchise Tax Board Business Entities Division
P.O. Box 942857 Sacramento, CA 94257
1-800-852-5711 or (916) 845-4543

Looking for information on federal Employer Identification Numbers (EIN or SSN)?
Contact: United States Department of Treasury Internal Revenue Services
1-800-829-1040

Choosing a business structure?
The IRS has an explainer on the tax implications of different forms of legal organization.

Need economic stimulus tax information?
The SBA has established an online tax savings resource center.

Looking for training and tools on various business topics?
Use the local version of “Tools for Business Success.”

Looking for information on other licenses and permits?
Visit: www.calgold.ca.gov

Other Questions?
Contact: The Small Business Development & International Trade Center
Southwestern College Higher Education Center
880 National City Blvd. Suite 103, National City, CA 91950
(619) 482-6391