Tax Controversy Archives

California Franchise Tax Board Audits – 101 Procedures, Disputes, and Practical Guidance

Raul Escatel
Tax Controversy

Key Takeaways: FTB Audits Most FTB audits are conducted through correspondence by issuing written Information Document Requests (IDRs) seeking supporting documentation for items reported on a tax return…

New United States Postal Service (“USPS”) Postmark Rules Effective December 24, 2025 – What You Must Do to Protect Your Filing Deadlines

Raul Escatel
Income Tax Planning

The United States Postal Service has adopted major changes to how postmarks are applied to mail. Because the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) and many state tax authorities, including the California…