Central Withholding Agreements and Cross-Border Tax

Specialized IRS Central Withholding Agreement (CWA) negotiation, state-equivalent withholding filings, and multi-jurisdiction compliance for non-resident touring entertainers and athletes. We protect your tour's cash flow.

Central Withholding Agreements (CWA)

IRS Pre-Tour Budgeting & Net Withholding

Direct representation before the IRS CWA program office.
Legitimate deduction budgeting (travel, crew, production, commissions) to negotiate realistic withholding rates on net profit.

Post-Tour Returns

Form 1040-NR & Composite State Filings

Year-end Form 1040-NR filings reconciled against CWA escrowed deposits.State and local returns across every venue on the routing sheetCoordination with your existing management, accounting, and legal team.

Cerex Advisory | Tracy Ayers, CPA
11 years in tax
7 years playing shows and touring