Welcome to Eric M Hunt, CPA
Filing California state taxes can be more complicated than many taxpayers expect. With its progressive tax system, strict compliance rules, and differences from federal tax laws, even small mistakes can lead to penalties, delays, or missed savings opportunities. Whether you are an individual taxpayer, freelancer, or business owner, understanding the common mistakes people make when […]
The enactment of the Working Families Tax Cut Act has fundamentally altered the landscape of itemized deductions by elevating the federal State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap from $10,000 to $40,000 for the 2025 through 2029 tax periods. However, the application of this expanded cap is not absolute and contains inherent traps for unwary […]
In this blog, you will understand how California state taxes work compared to federal taxes. It is important for individuals, freelancers, and business owners who want to manage their finances effectively and save money. We know that both of these tax systems are built to collect revenue, but they are very different from each other […]
A prominent professional actress recently incurred approximately [$20,000.00] for haute couture, evening gowns, and related formal apparel. These garments were purchased exclusively for mandated promotional appearances, press junkets, and red-carpet events during the 2026 awards season, including the SAG Awards, BAFTA, Golden Globes, and the Oscars. Her appearances directly supported the marketing and promotional obligations […]
The topic of the California exit tax has been in the gossip in recent years. The main reason for this is that many people consider relocating to a state with a more affordable cost of living, greater career flexibility, or simply a change of pace. Although no official announcement has been made regarding this tax […]
Doing overtime has become a regular part of life for many workers in California. Whether you are in retail, logistics, healthcare, or the tech industry, people always work overtime to keep up with their expenses. With so many people relying on overtime to support their families, the idea of no tax on overtime in California […]
If you are late in filing taxes, then you can also get an extension for it. But there is a procedure for it. Today, we will understand how to file a tax extension for California. By doing this, you can get extra time to organize documents, gather financial records, or prepare an accurate state tax […]
The California Pass-Through Entity Tax has quickly become a hot topic for business owners across the state. Introduced under Assembly Bill 150 (AB 150), the elective PTE tax gives partnerships, S corporations, and LLCs taxed as partnerships or S corporations a way to work around the federal SALT deduction cap. This means many business owners […]
Tax season is not just an April affair. It is a year-round conversation with the state’s tax authorities for many Californians. Four key deadlines punctuate tax season. If you are self-employed, a freelancer, an investor, or a business owner, understanding the ins and outs of California state estimated tax payments is just a good idea. […]
Hey there, fellow Californian. If you saw your paycheck stub and noticed a new line item for something called the “CA LTD,” then you are not alone. There are many people who do not know about this and are trying to figure out what this new deduction is all about. It is called the California long […]
