Office of the City Treasurer

Mission: To enrich our community by responsibly managing the public’s money and creating an atmosphere of pride through enthusiasm, mutual support, and outstanding service.

Internal Revenue Service: Employer Responsibilities

A whole new set of responsibilities arises when a business hires employees. Employers must register as an employer and obtain a federal Employer Identification Number (EIN), pay additional taxes, withhold, match and submit employee withholdings, must obtain worker’s compensation insurance and adhere to employee eligibility regulations.

State Board of Equalization

Businesses selling tangible personal property in the state of California must apply for seller’s permit/resale number

U.S. Federal Resources

IRS: Small Business/Self Employed

Small Business and Self-Employed One-Stop Resource

California Tax Information Center

For state taxes visit the California Tax Information Center that is sponsored by California’s tax agencies (Board of Equalization, Employment Development Department, and Franchise Tax Board) and the IRS.

Controlling Your Taxes

Discussion of all your tax obligations (federal, state, payroll, and sales taxes).

Controlling Your Taxes

Discussion of all your tax obligations (federal, state, payroll, and sales taxes).

Employment Taxes for Small Businesses

The IRS has provided a section on what are employment taxes and how to deal with them.

Protecting Your Assets

Businesses need to protect their assets, and this site addresses this problem.

Small Business Forms and Publications

The IRS has supplied all the small business forms you need for your taxes.

Here is where the IRS lists tax changes for 2004, including changes in mileage rates, etc.

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA): Taxes

Even if you retain professional tax assistance, your tax responsibilities are still solely your obligation. You should understand how the various tax systems impact your business. Although the following information is not comprehensive, it does provide an overview of the most common business tax requirements.