Sellers Permit

[garfield615]

I am so lost when it comes to licenses and permits. Apparently here in CA, you don't need a business license to sell, just a sellers permit. Can someone please explain to me how that works, how and how often would you need to pay for taxes? And how would they know how much you made for any given craft show, is that something that you just declare on your own? Any help or explanation is greatly appreciated!

[Sweet Baby Michele]

Correct. You do not need a business license. Seller's permits are free, and most shows require them. You may show your resale licence when you are purchasing supplies for your business to not pay state sales taxes. Keep your receipts for tax time though.
You need to keep track of your sales. you have to pay taxes on ALL of your sales, unless they are from out of state. Even out of state sales must be reported, so make sure you are a good bookkeeper!
For more info, go here....
http://www.boe.ca.gov/info/reg.htm

hth...