I have homes in 2 states and live in both states during the year, which state am I a resident of for taxes?

Question

I will soon have homes in Texas and California. My business is in Texas and I'll be living in both states. DO I have to become a resident of California and file a state income tax return?

Answer 1

You need a California tax professional to review your exact situation.

California loves to claim that you are a resident and tax you.  Since Texas doesn't have an income tax form, this can be a big deal if California wins.  (Texas gets their money from property taxes, so you effectively pay the taxes twice.)

Answer 2

you have to file for the state you work in, and no you don't have to be a californian to do the taxes

Answer 3

Your state of residency doesn't really determine the taxes you pay.  You would pay state taxes on the income you earn in each respective state.  Thus, the income you earn while working in Texas would not be used in figuring what you owe to the state of California.

Answer 4

Be a resident of Texas because they have no state income tax.  Live in Texas for more than six months and be registered to vote in Texas.  California does have a state income tax.

Answer 5

The state where you spend most of your nights is your legal residence.