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Business taxes
As a business, you'll have to pay taxes to different levels of government.
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City business taxes
San Francisco taxes businesses based on gross receipts as well as business personal property like machinery, equipment or fixtures. Some businesses may be required to pay additional taxes based on their business type (e.g. hotels, parking) or business personal property.
State business taxes
The State of California doesn’t just collect sales tax. The Business Tax and Fee Division administers over 30 special tax and fee programs. Which taxes apply to you and how you pay them depends on your business type.
Federal business taxes
The types of federal taxes you pay depend on your business structure, the kinds of products or services you offer, and whether or not you have employees. Here are some basics. Consult a tax professional for your business.