California Secretary of State business search

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What the California search asks of you, so nothing stops you halfway.

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Not in good standing?

A California business can usually be reinstated, which can save a deal you would otherwise decline.

1. Identify if suspended by SOS (missing Statement of Info) or FTB (unpaid taxes).
2. Pay back taxes/penalties to FTB and get a Certificate of Revivor.
3. File missing Statements of Information with the SOS.