Glossary • Updated 2026
By Srikanta M.Reviewed against FTB / SOS sources: September 2026Methodology

Form 3536 Safe Harbor

Pay ≥100% of last year’s CA LLC fee by June 15 and the 10% underestimate penalty can’t apply.

In detail

Settle the larger balance with Form 568: penalty-free.

Under $250k projected income: skip Form 3536 entirely.

The single highest-ROI calendar entry for growing California LLCs.

Where it matters

More definitions

Sources

  • Cal. Rev. & Tax Code; 8 Del. C.; Wyo. Stat. Title 17; FTB/SOS glossaries