Day 25: Audit Rights: Trust, But Verify

Show Me the Receipts: Your Right to an Audit If you suspect your agency is skimming off the top or “miscalculating” expenses, you have the right to audit. The Obligation: A professional agency agreement must include an Audit Clause, allowing your CPA to inspect their books regarding your earnings. If […]

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Day 24: Union Oversight: AFM & SAG-AFTRA

The Ultimate Safety Net: Why Union Franchising Matters Is your agent “Franchised”? In the US, unions like the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) or SAG-AFTRA have pre-approved contracts that agencies must use if they want to represent union members. The Obligation: These contracts are “Artist-Friendly” by default. They cap commissions […]

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