Taxes/Accounting

Martin Kamenski, Rockstar CPA

The Artist vs. Taxes: Not the David and Goliath Battle You Think It Is
Artists typically find themselves dreading April. It's not because of the rain, or even the impending lack of air conditioning. It's because they face the task of filing the tax return they've inevitably put off until the last minute, and they have no where to turn. more...

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Taxes and Record Keeping

Keeping records is vital to a successful business.  I have included a list of items that you should keep track of in the taxes section.

Things to consider regarding keeping records:

  • Get and keep a ledger, either on your computer or by hand, of all your income and expenses.
  • Keep track of your billing and collection of those payments
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Selected Chicago Links

The Music CPA
Clients range from part-time entertainers to seasoned industry professionals who need tax return preparation, consulting or audit work related to their recording label expenses and royalty income, and other services.
CPAs for the Public Interest
Provides financial management information, publications, workshops and other resources to nonprofit staff and board members.
Illinois Department of Revenue (IDR)
Provides information about registering your business, property taxes, tax relief programs, and personal income taxes.
Loyola University Federal Tax Clinic
Provides services to clients in matters concerning the Internal Revenue Service.
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Selected National/International Links

Volunteer Lawyers & Accountants for the Arts: St Louis
Free legal and accounting assistance for artists and arts administrators. Sponsors a wide range of affordable educational programs.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Provides extensive income tax information for individuals, businesses and nonprofits, and makes documents and forms for filing and completing federal tax returns available for downloading.
New York Foundation for the Arts
Links to information and advice about financial issues, including budgeting and accounting.
Tax Deductions for Musicians
A useful article about tax deductions that musicians can take.
The Art of Business: Employee or Independent Contractor?
Article with advice for filing your taxes as a contractor or employee.
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