Tax Deductions Fundamentals for Independent Artists
Tuesday, January 7, 2024 | 4pm-7pm | Offered via Zoom and In-Person at Arts Council Santa Cruz County Offices - 1070 River Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060
This free workshop offers independent artists the foundational tools to understand and manage their taxes effectively. Topics include an overview of business structures, key income and expense categories, and essential tax deductions tailored to creative professionals. Attendees will gain practical tips for tracking income, maximizing deductions, and helping them retain more of their earnings and reduce tax liabilities. Presented by tax professional Leo Rocha and Arts Council Santa Cruz County.
Record Keeping Essentials & Bookkeeping Software for Independent Artists
Tuesday, January 14, 2024 | 4pm-7pm | Offered via Zoom and In-Person at Watsonville Center for the Arts, 375 Main St. Watsonville, CA
This workshop equips artists with the skills to effectively manage their records and leverage bookkeeping software. Attendees will learn the fundamentals of record keeping, including what documents to save and how to organize them for tax time. The workshop will also provide a hands-on overview of popular bookkeeping software, teaching artists how to set up accounts, track income and expenses, and generate key financial reports.
ATTEND BOTH WORKSHOPS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!
We’ll be giving away two bookkeeping subscriptions as a part of a lottery at the end of the second workshop. Each winner will receive a one-year subscription with Liberty Tax, helping them start the year on the right foot with professional help in tracking their business finances. Attend both workshops for a chance to win. Winners will be notified via email by February 1, 2024.
Please note that each in-person workshop is held at a different location.
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Leo Rocha is a certified accountant with over 11 years of experience in tax preparation and bookkeeping. With a business degree in Accounting and a passion for helping others, Leo specializes in assisting small businesses and individuals with their tax and financial needs. As a franchisee of Liberty Tax, he is committed to guiding clients through the often-complicated tax process, helping them maximize deductions, maintain compliance, and gain confidence in their finances.