Does an out of state business need a calif resale liscence to buy in calif?

Question

without a calif resale liscence, the client must pay 8% sales tax, but if they have a New Mexico resale liscence is he tax exempt

Answer 1

When you purchase goods that are shipped out of state, you do not take possession of the goods in Ca, the items are exempt without a resale number of any state. If you pick up the goods in Ca or if they ship to a customer in Ca you should register with Ca and get the resale number.