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Aero & Marine Tax Professionals are the pre-eminent experts in California Sales & Use tax involving airplanes, vehicles or vessels.

Many aircraft buyers spend months researching models, inspections, financing, and insurance.But they don't start thinkin...
09/07/2026

Many aircraft buyers spend months researching models, inspections, financing, and insurance.
But they don't start thinking about California sales and use tax until the aircraft is already theirs.

By then?

Many of the planning opportunities are gone.

The best tax strategies happen before:
• The purchase agreement
• Delivery
• Registration
• First flight

A one-hour conversation before you buy can potentially save tens (or hundreds) of thousands of dollars.

📞 Call our office before your transaction—not after.
916-691-9192

Thinking about buying or selling an aircraft before year-end? Don’t go into one of the busiest transaction seasons of th...
09/04/2026

Thinking about buying or selling an aircraft before year-end? Don’t go into one of the busiest transaction seasons of the year without a plan.

Join aviation attorney Stephen Hofer and the team at Aero & Marine Tax Professionals for a live webinar on September 15 at 10:00 AM PT as we cover what aircraft buyers, sellers, and owners should prepare for before closing out the year.

From transaction timing and legal considerations to California sales & use tax planning, this session is designed to help you move forward with more clarity and fewer surprises.

Reserve your spot and come prepared with questions for the live Q&A.

Aircraft, vessels, and high-value vehicles may qualify for a legal California sales or use tax exemption when the purcha...
09/02/2026

Aircraft, vessels, and high-value vehicles may qualify for a legal California sales or use tax exemption when the purchase is structured and documented correctly.

If you’re planning a purchase, the best time to look at your tax strategy is before you close — not after.

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals helps buyers navigate California sales and use tax exemptions for aircraft, vessels, and qualifying vehicles with clear guidance and compliant planning.

📞 916-691-9192 🔗 Contact us to discuss your purchase before delivery.

How can we help you?Tell us what you need—we’re here to make California sales & use tax questions simpler.
08/30/2026

How can we help you?

Tell us what you need—we’re here to make California sales & use tax questions simpler.

A large purchase can come with a large California sales or use tax bill — unless you plan ahead.If you’re buying an airc...
08/29/2026

A large purchase can come with a large California sales or use tax bill — unless you plan ahead.

If you’re buying an aircraft, vessel, or other high-value asset, the right exemption strategy could make a significant difference. The key is knowing what may apply before the transaction is complete, not after.

At Aero & Marine Tax Professionals, we help clients navigate California sales & use tax exemptions with clarity, strategy, and decades of specialized experience.

If you’re planning a purchase and want to understand your options, contact our team for a complimentary review.

08/27/2026

✈️ California Sales & Use Tax Question of the Week

You buy an aircraft outside California. Then, 3 months later, you fly it into California.

Does that automatically mean you owe California use tax?

Answer: C — It depends.

Bringing an aircraft into California within the first 12 months of ownership can create a presumption that it was purchased for use in California. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean tax is automatically due.

There are circumstances where an exemption or exclusion may apply, including specific rules related to interstate or foreign commerce.

The takeaway?

Where you buy the aircraft is only part of the tax analysis.
What you do with it after the purchase matters, too.

Before assuming you’re exempt—or assuming you owe tax—make sure you understand how California’s rules apply to your specific situation.

Not sure whether California sales tax or use tax applies to your aircraft, vessel, or high-value vehicle purchase? You’r...
08/25/2026

Not sure whether California sales tax or use tax applies to your aircraft, vessel, or high-value vehicle purchase? You’re not alone.

Questions like “Do I owe California use tax?” and “Are there any legal exemptions?” come up all the time — especially when a purchase is on the horizon or you’re bringing an asset into California.

The good news: there may be legitimate exemptions available, but timing, documentation, and how the asset is used all matter.

If you’re planning a purchase or want clarity on your exposure, contact Aero & Marine Tax Professionals for a confidential consultation.

If you think living part-time in California means you’re not a California resident for tax purposes, it may be worth tak...
08/21/2026

If you think living part-time in California means you’re not a California resident for tax purposes, it may be worth taking a closer look. In many aircraft and vessel transactions, residency can become a major factor in whether California sales or use tax applies.

Our latest article breaks down how the Principal Use Test and residency issues can impact your exemption strategy—and why assumptions in this area can get expensive fast.

Read the article here: The Principal Use Test and Your Residency (https://na2.hubs.ly/H06y01r0

Life’s not meant to be lived in one place.It’s meant to be explored from new perspectives, new horizons, and sometimes 3...
08/17/2026

Life’s not meant to be lived in one place.

It’s meant to be explored from new perspectives, new horizons, and sometimes 30,000 feet above the ordinary. Whether it’s business, adventure, or simply the freedom to go when and where you want, the journey is part of the reward. ✈️

Where would you go if you could take off today?

Think you know California aircraft sales tax? Think again.Some of the most expensive mistakes we see start with common m...
08/12/2026

Think you know California aircraft sales tax? Think again.

Some of the most expensive mistakes we see start with common misconceptions.

Before you purchase your next aircraft, make sure you're working with the facts—not the myths.
✔️ Learn why where your LLC is registered doesn't determine your tax liability.
✔️ Find out why buying outside California isn't an automatic exemption.
✔️ Discover why planning before closing is one of the most important steps in the process.

Every aircraft transaction is unique, and proper planning can make all the difference.

📞 Have questions about your upcoming purchase? Contact Aero & Marine Tax Professionals before you close.

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