What is a notice or letter? The Franchise Tax Board will send a notice or letter to personal taxpayers and business entities for issues that may include but not limited to: You have a balance due. You are due a larger or smaller refund. We need to notify you of delays in processing your return. We have a question about your tax return.

What is an entity status letter? It verifies whether or not an entity is in good standing with us and provides certification for: Legal status in court proceedings. An outstanding liability that could have an effect on an entity's credit rating (e.g., the closing of escrow). Verification of an exempt status.

Entity Status Letter requests made within this period will show the old entity name until FTB's records have been updated. To search, enter either an Entity ID or Entity Name.

These are commonly referred to as Individual Status Letters (ISL) and may help to obtain a student loan or financing from the California Department of Veterans Affairs. These letters can also show lenders and other interested third parties that the individual has met their California income tax obligations.

To request an Individual Status Letter, provide the information requested below. You must also upload the following documents: Your valid, government-issued photo ID. A copy of the minor child's birth certificate OR legal proof of guardianship. The individual/students's valid government issued ID. Your (Requestor's) valid government issued ID.

Access your California Franchise Tax Board account and request individual status letters online.

2019年6月5日 · We implemented a new letter, FTB 3904, Request to Confirm Tax Return Filing. This letter will put the potential victim on early notice. The letter asks the valid taxpayer to notify us whether or not they have filed a tax return. We only send this notice if …

2023年7月11日 · When writing a reasonable cause letter to get a tax penalty refund from the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB), you must explain why you could not meet your tax obligation on time and back it up with verifiable documentation. However, you must pay the full amount of taxes you owe, plus the penalty, before you can request a penalty refund.

2025年2月15日 · A letter from the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) may arise from various issues. One common reason is discrepancies in reported income. The FTB compares information from federal tax returns, W-2s, and 1099 forms.

2024年6月3日 · I received a letter from the California FTB about my 2021 tax returns indicating that I claimed itemized deductions "significantly higher than what would be expected." The letter said to "review the itemized deductions you claimed for 2021" and included instructions for filing an amended return.