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Geek Out with Amity Alize – Again!
Taxes for Dancers
Episode 27 of the Belly Dance Geek Clubhouse:
My guest, Amity Alize will talk about tax considerations for dancers.
It doesn’t matter whether you’re making big bucks, or not even close to making a profit.
If you earn any income through dance, you need to hear this!
(Note: we’ll be discussing US tax laws on this call. Some of the concepts will be universal, but some concepts (and most of the details) will only apply to dancers in the US.)
You’ll learn:
- How to determine what expenses are safe to deduct for dancers and teachers
- When you need to file 1099’s for independent contractors (it’s not always obvious!)
- How to determine whether you have hobby income vs. business income and the important difference in filing your taxes
We’ll also have some discussion time, so you can ask Amity your questions.
Special Thanks to Alia Thabit
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| This episode is sponsored by Alia Thabit, offering a free webinar, How to Break Out of That Dance Rut: 7 ways to spark inspiration, refresh creativity, and awaken joy–for real.
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About Amity
Amity Alize is a Dancer, Studio Owner, Troupe Director, Event Producer, and CPA licensed in New Hampshire.
As a Dancer, she understands the needs, demands and management of running a dance business.
As a CPA, she specializes in small businesses and non-profits to help them understand the bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and management requirements.
Combining these two passions, she has created a variety of products and services helping dancers spend less time worrying about the time behind the scenes so they can focus on being onstage.
Check her out at:
http://www.raq-on.net/
Resources mentioned on the call:
Amity’s books and other business resources for dancers
Clubhouse special: if you order “Dance Studio Startup”, “Independent Dance and Fitness Instructors”, or “Workshop Hosting 101” by Monday, January 26th at 8 p.m. then Amity will include another title of your choice for FREE!!
IRS website & training for small businesses
Starting a business and keeping records
Travel, entertainment, and car expenses
SCORE association (free or low cost help!)
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