There are many great sites on the World Wide Web but trying to actually find those great sites can be a frustrating experience. We have compiled a list of Websites that we have found to be helpful resources of information. When you click on a link, a new window will pop up. Close the window when you are ready to return to this page. The Internal Revenue Service Home of the IRS on the Web. The IRS has definitely done a nice job on their Website. California Franchise Tax Board Easy to use web-site of the CA state taxing authority. Many useful links for checking refund, or payment, status, and for general California tax information. Alameda County Assessors Office On this site you will find general information regarding property taxes, the property assessment process and assessment information on specific properties in Alameda County. Contra Costa County Assessors Office Provides property tax information on land, residential, business and personal property in Contra Costa County. Miscellaneous MSNBC - Microsoft & NBC MSNBC is the place for up to the minute news. Many of the news articles have audio and video clips. Money Magazine Money Magazine offers an online edition that is a great resource for financial information.