CDTFA 401-EZ, Short Form-Sales and Use Tax Return 2025

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Finally, use tax in California is generally required to be paid by individuals and businesses that make taxable purchases from out-of-state sellers and do not pay sales tax at the time of purchase.
Property tax is a direct tax, for which the owner of the property is obligated to pay the taxes. Sales tax is an indirect tax, for which a company collects tax from a customer on behalf of the government. Property owners are responsible for paying taxes on their property every year.
Retailers engaged in business in California must register with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) and pay the states sales tax, which applies to all retail sales of goods and merchandise except those sales specifically exempted by law.
California sales tax is imposed on all California retailers. It applies to all retail sales of merchandise (tangible personal property) in the state. Retailers are required to obtain a sellers permit and to report and pay sales tax to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA).

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Some customers are exempt from paying sales tax under California law. Examples include government agencies, some nonprofit organizations, and merchants purchasing goods for resale. Sellers are required to collect a valid exemption or resale certificate from buyers to validate each exempt transaction.
The CDTFA-401-EZ form is a simplified sales and use tax return for California businesses. It allows users to report sales and tax liabilities efficiently. This form is essential for compliance with California tax laws.
As a seller, you owe the sales tax and are responsible for paying the correct amount to the CDTFA. If you do not pay the correct amount, you are subject to additional tax charges plus applicable penalties and interest charges.

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