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How to Prepare for a CDTFA Audit: Tips for SoCal Cannabis Retailers
Tax Strategy & Compliance Kate Dymedenko Tax Strategy & Compliance Kate Dymedenko

How to Prepare for a CDTFA Audit: Tips for SoCal Cannabis Retailers

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) oversees state-level taxation, licensing, reporting, and compliance for California cannabis businesses. Since cannabis companies are under extreme scrutiny at the best of times, it pays to keep your books in order, file and pay your taxes on time, and ensure your business licenses are up to date to avoid issues if and when an audit comes your way.

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Cannabis Bookkeeping for SoCal Dispensaries: Avoid Common Mistakes That Trigger Audits
Tax Strategy & Compliance Kate Dymedenko Tax Strategy & Compliance Kate Dymedenko

Cannabis Bookkeeping for SoCal Dispensaries: Avoid Common Mistakes That Trigger Audits

Cannabis dispensaries in Southern California face numerous challenges. Although running a business can be profitable, state, local, and federal regulations create an incredibly complex landscape. Adding to that, you’re operating in a saturated and highly competitive market, where banking options are limited and costly, and just about every aspect of the business is high risk. The last thing you need is an IRS audit.

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Avoiding IRS Headaches: The Role of Accurate Record-Keeping in Tax Compliance
Tax Strategy & Compliance Kate Dymedenko Tax Strategy & Compliance Kate Dymedenko

Avoiding IRS Headaches: The Role of Accurate Record-Keeping in Tax Compliance

Cannabis businesses in the US face an uphill battle with profitability, largely because of restrictive tax laws gripping the nascent industry. Until the FDA reschedules, cannabis companies will be under a microscope. Accurate record-keeping is essential, not just to maintain compliance but also to enable more accurate business planning and attract investors.

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