Has your California business been suspended or forfeited by the Franchise Tax Board (FTB)? We help corporations, LLCs, and partnerships revive their entity quickly and correctly so you can get back in business.
Don’t let suspension put your business at risk. Call (310) 988-2815 or visit smartbookkeeper.com to restore your company to good standing today.
When the California FTB or Secretary of State suspends your entity, your business loses its legal rights and protections. This means you cannot legally do business, sue or defend yourself in court, or protect your business name until you are reinstated.
The most common reasons include:
To revive your entity, you must:
1. Resolve all FTB issues (taxes, filings, penalties)
2. File a revival application with the California Secretary of State
3. Submit delinquent documents such as Statements of Information
4. Pay all outstanding balances or arrange a payment plan
Our firm handles every step of this process for you.
It depends on your case. Some revivals can be completed in 2–4 weeks once filings and payments are submitted, while others may take longer if multiple years of returns are missing. We expedite the process by handling all communication with the FTB and Secretary of State.
✅ Review your case and determine the fastest path to reinstatement
✅ Prepare & file past-due tax returns and reports
✅ Negotiate with the FTB for penalty relief or payment arrangements
✅ File revival forms with the Secretary of State
✅ Provide ongoing compliance services so your business never falls out of good standing again