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FTB Suspended Status: Filed Returns, No Response - How to Revive Business?

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with my company's status. It's currently 'Suspended - FTB' and I'm not sure what to do. We've already filed our state tax returns for the past few years and faxed them to the FTB, but we haven't heard anything back. It's been a few weeks now. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any advice on how to get our business status reactivated?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve FTB business suspension issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITq0dRHfl4s

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Nolan Carter

Ugh, dealing with the FTB is such a pain. I've been there before. Have you tried calling them directly? Sometimes that's the only way to get a response.

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Daniel White

I've tried calling, but I can never get through. It's so frustrating! 😤

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Natalia Stone

Pro tip: call right when they open. You might have better luck getting someone on the line.

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Daniel White

Thanks for the tip! I'll give that a shot tomorrow morning.

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Tasia Synder

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/0KwvDlViV6Q

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Selena Bautista

Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work?

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Tasia Synder

Yeah, it actually does! I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of hold time.

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Mohamed Anderson

$20 seems steep just to make a phone call. Is it worth it?

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Tasia Synder

For me, it was totally worth it. Time is money, and this saved me a ton of time and frustration.

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Ellie Perry

Here's what you need to do to revive your business status: 1. Confirm receipt of your faxed returns 2. Ask about any outstanding tax liabilities 3. Request a Statement of Account 4. File any missing forms or returns 5. Pay any outstanding balances 6. Request a 'Certificate of Revivor' It's a process, but stay persistent! Good luck!

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Daniel White

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed list! This is super helpful. 🙏

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Landon Morgan

This is gold! Saving this for future reference.

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Teresa Boyd

have u tried sending a follow-up fax? sometimes things get lost in the shuffle

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Lourdes Fox

I swear, dealing with the FTB is like trying to nail jello to a wall. 🤦‍♂️ Good luck, OP!

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Bruno Simmons

LOL 🤣 that's the most accurate description I've ever heard

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Aileen Rodriguez

Quick question - did you use certified mail when you sent your returns? It's always good to have proof of delivery when dealing with government agencies.

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Daniel White

I faxed them actually. But you're right, I should've used certified mail. Lesson learned for next time!

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Zane Gray

Have you checked the FTB website? Sometimes they update the status there before sending any official communication.

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Maggie Martinez

man, the whole system is broken. why does it have to be so complicated just to run a business? 😤

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Alejandro Castro

Preach! 🙌 It's like they want small businesses to fail

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Monique Byrd

Careful with that attitude. Gotta play by the rules, even if they suck sometimes.

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Jackie Martinez

Hey OP, how long has your business been suspended? Just curious about the timeline here.

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Daniel White

It's been about 2 months now. Feels like forever though!

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