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Level 2
posted Apr 4, 2025 5:21:04 PM

Do I need to file a California return as a sole proprietor?

I don't meet the minimum income requirement for California taxes, but I am a sole proprietor. Am I required to file based on that, or still exempt? 

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Expert Alumni
Apr 4, 2025 5:23:04 PM

If you are under the filing threshold for filing a California return, you are not required to file just because you have self-employment income.

Level 2
Apr 4, 2025 5:26:46 PM

Wish I knew this ages ago. I could have save so much on Turbotax state filing. 

Thanks!