As an employer, will we be penalized for not deducting taxes from an employees paycheck?

Both the IRS and the EDD may audit and penalize the small business as a result of what you have uncovered; but, usually it comes to their attention...

You pay taxes to the state where you are working; hwoever, in your case, WA has no income tax so you will not pay any state income tax. Make sure...

If you have a joint bank account that lists you and your husband as signers on the account, I would certainly try to deposit it.

I formed a California LLC in August 2017 but haven't made any revenue. What taxes do I need to pay this year?

You will need to pay the $800 minimum tax for 2018 on 4/15/18. I assume that you paid the $800 minimum tax for 2017 on 4/15/17. You also need to...

Am I responsible for my wife’s tax debts from before we got married?

No; the IRS cannot assess you for her back taxes, but you may hear from the IRS. Make sure that you do not have a joint banking account with her...

The CA statute of limitations for assessment of sales/use tax is 3 years. Before signing the waiver, talk to a state and local tax attorney with...

My wife started a sole proprietor LLC in CA, and after she created it, we realized both spouses can be listed as members without

You are correct that you may change your operating agreement and add your name to the list of members and your percentage of ownership. This...

In CA, the LLC must pay a minimum tax which is usually $800 and it is paid with Form 3522, LLC Tax Voucher on 4/15/18 (generally) for the 2018 tax...

Bank P.O.A.s, authorized signer, vs Cali F.T.B. claims?

Yes; the FTB has the ability to levy her account and may do so simply because your SSN is now associated with this bank account. Having said that,...

Being taxed twice because my paycheck gets direct deposited into 2 accounts in the same financial institution?

1. Yes; your withholding is based on your gross income AND the W-4 that you filled out and provided to your employer. There is no exemption for...