Please Note: This Website is for information services only and should not be relied upon as professional advice.We recommend that professional advice should always be sought when undertaking any royalty calculation or artist management contracts. Please do not hesitate to contact us for advice. Frequently asked questions: Q. I am a creative person but I can't keep on top of my paperwork and financial matters. What can Brighten_Jeffrey_James do for me A. Brighten_Jeffrey_James will focus on your affairs to bring order and discipline to your financial activities. Then the process of planning and proactive advice can begin to maximise your financial well being. Subsequently our services will be tailored to match your needs and financial circumstances. Q. I'm a recording artist and my royalties are based on a recommended retail price, but there's no such thing any more is there? A. Only really in the USA and Japan. The chances are that your record company "uplifts" their dealer price to arrive a deemed retail price for making the royalty calculation. Whether or not this uplift is sufficient or excessive is another argument. Q. I've never really thought about checking my royalties. How far back can I go? A. It depends on what your agreement says, but three years is typical. If you have a good relationship with your licensee (or it is found that they have acted fraudulently), then you can possibly go back further. We recommend that you reserve your right to audit your royalties on a regular basis. Again, even if you do not decide to proceed, the option remains available. Q. I've got a question, but it isn't shown here? A. To celebrate the launch of our new web site, we're giving away free advice. Click here to email us with your question, and we will do our best to answer it for you at no charge.
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