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Tax Compliance 101: Taxes, Forms, & Rules for Paying Global Contractors from US-Based Companies
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ACH vs Wire vs Wallets & PayPal: How to Pay International Contractors Without Losing Money
Comparing ACH, wire transfers, and PayPal for international contractor payments? Learn which method offers the best balance of cost, speed, and reach for your growing global team.
How to Choose the Right Global Payouts Platform (With Vendor Comparison)
Discover how to select the ideal global payouts platform for your product or finance team. Compare Trolley, Tipalti, Wise, PayPal, and more on fees, coverage, compliance, and automation.
Reducing Cross-Border Payment Fees: A Guide for Finance Teams
A roadmap for finance teams looking to reduce international payment fees and protect their profits while expanding globally.
Scaling from 100 to 10,000 Payments: When to Invest in a Global Payout Platform
Are your finance operations slowing you down? Discover 8 signs you’ve outgrown your current payment processes—and how global payment automation can save time, reduce errors, and prepare your business to scale.
AI Is Creating a Music Streaming Fraud Crisis—Can It Also Solve It?
Bad actors use AI to manipulate streams and platforms are deploying AI-driven defenses to fight back. Is AI the problem, solution, or both?
What is Know Your Artist (KYA) and How Does It Stop Music Fraud?
Verify who is being paid, flag suspicious activities, & stop fraudulent payouts before they happen—ensure only legitimate creators get paid.
Navigating Form 1042-S and International Tax Compliance for Music Companies and Artists
This blog simplifies Form 1042-S and international tax compliance for US-based music companies and offers tips for staying compliant.
Demystifying Artist Advances: IRS Forms 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC for Music Payouts
This guide will help you navigate IRS Forms 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC for music payouts, ensuring you stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes.
How to Simplify Tax Season for Your Artists: A Guide for Music Companies
This guide offers advice on how to simplify the reporting process for your artists and build trust between you and them.
[IRS Update] 1099-K Reporting Thresholds for 2024 and Beyond: What You Need to Know
Stay compliant with the IRS’s phased 1099-K reporting thresholds for 2024-2026.
How Do Royalty Calculators Work?
Read to learn how royalty calculator work, their benefits, and how to streamline your royalty payout processes.
What is Account Takeover? How Can You Protect from This Cyber Threat?
Protect your organization from financial loss and reputational damage caused by account takeover. Learn how to mitigate this cyber threat.
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