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Dunia Best Sinnreich is an Enrolled Agent, Music Composer and Performing Artist. She has made it her mission to help small businesses, individuals and artists achieve the financial goals that it takes to keep reaching greater heights.

IndieTax Seminars

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We bet you’d rather be brainstorming, collaborating or creating.  Maybe you’re frustrated by the financial side of running your business or confused about the recent changes to the tax laws. Let IndieTax Seminars guide you through the ever-changing landscape.  Learn … Continue reading →

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Planning for the Present

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Here in the Northeast the weather is cooling. The back-to-school sales have started. Summer tours and vacations are winding down. Labor Day weekend is on the horizon. For many of us, we’re starting to make sure we have all our … Continue reading →

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The Miseducation of Hip Hop

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In 2013, Lauryn Hill served a three month jail sentence for, of all things, tax evasion. I was shocked and dismayed by her case, mainly because I know where she comes from and she’s an intelligent, educated person.  Someone steered her … Continue reading →

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Honesty Pays

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Today I read this headline in Accounting Today:   “Tax Preparer Sentenced to 18 Months“.  This kind of thing always sends a shiver through my body, because, what if I make a mistake?  Or what if someone lies to me … Continue reading →

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Central Withholding Agreements (CWAs)

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Artists and Athletes from outside the United States, were you aware that thirty percent of your U.S. earnings, including merchandise sold during performances and games, should be withheld for the IRS? This new policy assures that taxes are paid when … Continue reading →

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Savers Credit

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The federal government has devised a way to make saving for your future a little easier. The Saver’s Credit is designed for lower and middle income individuals and families who want to contribute to a retirement plan. Within a designated … Continue reading →

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Dunia Best Sinnreich – Fiscal Wellness Coach

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Making money as a freelancer or independent artist is challenging – keeping it can be even more daunting.  I’m here to help you meet that challenge.  I’ll simplify the jargon and explain the process, all the while helping you to … Continue reading →

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Hobby or Side Income

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You’ve done it! You’ve completed a successful Kickstarter campaign or finished that big tour, edited that documentary or sold that painting. You got paid! Nice! Checks go to the bank, then out to rent, supplies, heat, light…life, basically, right? Maybe you’re holding … Continue reading →

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