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Tax Strategies for Independent Artists

As an independent artist, the task of running a business is not easy. The challenges of staying ahead of the competition, keeping up with industry trends, and growing your fanbase can be daunting. But with the right resources and a little bit of dedication, it is possible to make your music business successful. 

Whether you are a rising artist, or someone who has been in the game for a while, understanding taxes and business ownership is key to success. This article will help you make sense of the different tax strategies that apply to music artists, as well as strategies for structuring your business and minimizing your tax liabilities.

My name is Sacha Walton, and I help independent music artists operate as business owners to better navigate the business of the music industry with ease. It is my belief that “An Educated Artist Creates Leverage,” which is a quote from my book, Beyond The Music: A Music Artist Entrepreneurship Guide.

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Real Talk: If You’ve Ever Felt Like It’s Too Late…

Here’s a scenario: You’re in your mid-20s. You’re disenchanted with the 9-to-5 lifestyle, and you want to pursue a career in music. However, the people around you keep telling you that you’re “too old” to start, and are pushing you toward their idea of stability.

Is it really too late to start?

Of course not.

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Help UMC Spotlight the Greater Nashville Community!

We think it’s time to recognize the folks who make Nashville a more welcoming place, for all of us.

Of course, that includes the business community, who have a large part not only in making Music City a better place to live, but who do so while lending their support to artists and creatives of all kinds.

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Tonight: Participate in a Video Conference on Copyright Law

The following is a message from our partners at Tuk Law Offices.

A lot has happened in the world of copyright law in the last three weeks. Major decisions by the US Supreme Court, as well as rules changes that are going into effect in the US Copyright Office will have a significant impact on how creators and businesses protect their intellectual property.

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Tell UMC: What’s the Most Valuable Lesson You’ve Learned?

One of the most beautiful — and at times, frustrating — things about being a creative entrepreneur is the opportunity we have to learn on the job. So much of this comes from often being required to step into uncharted territory, and having to handle tasks that we otherwise, in our wildest dreams, wouldn’t have entertained (taxes, anyone?).

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