Business Resources

State Agencies & Programs

CalGOLD (California Government: On-Line to Desktops)

Provides detailed information on the business permit, license and registration requirements from all levels of government.

http://business.ca.gov/

Franchise Tax Board

Information relating to franchise tax requirements, penalties and suspensions/forfeitures.

http://www.ftb.ca.gov/

State Board of Equalization

Information relating to sales or use tax liability, special taxes and fees, property tax administration, and franchise and income tax appeals.

http://www.boe.ca.gov/

Department of Consumer Affairs

Information relating to licensing requirements at the state level for specific business entities.

http://www.dca.ca.gov/

State Bar of California Office of Certification

Information relating to registration of law corporations and limited liability partnerships.

http://www.calbar.ca.gov/

Department of Financial Protection & Innovation

They license financial services, products, and professionals, and regulate franchises and securities offerings in California. They also educate consumers on avoiding scams, investigate suspected fraud, and take legal action to collect restitution for lost money.

https://dfpi.ca.gov

Employment Development Department

Information relating to unemployment insurance, disability insurance and employment tax.

http://www.edd.ca.gov/

Department of Insurance

Information relating to requirements for insurance companies, agents and brokers.

http://www.insurance.ca.gov/

Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers’ Compensation

Information relating to worker’s compensation requirements.

http://www.dir.ca.gov/

Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Workers’ Compensation

Information relating to worker’s compensation requirements.

http://www.dir.ca.gov/