Tag Archives: creative business

Why am I still paying penalties even though I filed an extension?

Income Tax Penalties

Filing your taxes on time is important, but it’s not always easy. If you’re a creative business owner, you may have a lot of different income sources and deductions to keep track of. It’s no wonder that many creative business owners end up filing extensions and/or paying tax penalties. In this blog post, we’ll review […]

Your Business, Your Legacy: The Impact of Creative Entrepreneurship on Generational Wealth

Generational Wealth

Crafting Generational Wealth –Your Way As a creative entrepreneur, you’re not just building a business; you’re crafting a legacy that could benefit generations to come. Generational wealth can impact SO MANY things about a family’s lived experience–from education to healthcare outcomes to general economic stability. Your creative business can be a stepping stone to narrow […]

Creative Entrepreneurship and AI

raw creativity vs Ai

The era of AI Stepping into the era of artificial intelligence, the realms of creativity and technology are blending in ways we never anticipated. From the soundwaves of our favorite musicians to the pixels on a digital canvas, the AI revolution has thrust us into uncharted territories, leaving us with more questions than answers. Yet, […]

Creating Cashflow During the SAG/AFTRA Strike

Generate Income

10 ways actors can generate income during challenging times For actors, the idea of a union strike can be daunting—bringing with it the temporary halt in their regular income and career momentum. However, with a bit of resourcefulness and creativity, there are several avenues actors can explore to generate income and stay engaged with their […]

I’m transitioning my accounting to Revel. What’s it like?

Switching to Revel

  We’re glad you asked. Hey, switching to a new accountant is a big thing. We know you’ve got a busy schedule. You’re putting your talents and long hours into building an empire and change just ain’t easy.  Let’s look at what to expect when you move your accounting to us. We start new clients […]

Why influencers shouldn’t blindly trust social media for accounting and expenses advice.

  TikTok is a money-maker but a shady CPA.  There’s a lot of business and accounting advice on social media at the moment and if you’re an influencer, you probably know what we’re talking about. In particular, there are a few viral videos playing fast and loose with half-truths relating to S corps, business expenses, […]

What’s the next step when likes and engagement starts turning into significant brand deals?

influencer

As an online creative, you’re no stranger to seeing rapid growth. When it comes to gaining likes and followers your content is making waves, bringing in over $500k a year. It’s turning into a serious, viable business with brands knocking at your door offering five figures for a single brand partnership deal. This sudden growth […]

Why a mid-year tax check in is a ‘must have’ for your business.

Basing your tax return on government estimates can cost you in more ways than one Being a business owner is an incredible achievement. Whether you’re a freelancer,  self-employed or have a team of employees—serious kudos for making your skills pay. We’re willing to bet that if you’ve made a business out of it, then you […]

How do I build a healthy business model for my creative business?

Heads up: Your business model doesn’t need to be a one hundred page document you generated out of an online template. It doesn’t need to break down how you’ll capture 1% of a billion dollar market or identify your nine different revenue streams.  A successful, healthy, and profitable business model is a lot more straightforward […]