Spotify says it may issue 1042-S to my podcast LLC. What does that mean if I also sell my own sponsor packages?
I host a business podcast from Dubai and route revenue through a Delaware LLC. Spotify monetization is about $32,000 this year and direct sponsor packages add another $27,000. Spotify's tax page says non-U.S. creators may need W-8 forms and can get a 1042-S.
I understand the platform part a little, but I do not know whether my own direct ad deals should be analyzed the same way or whether they create a completely different U.S. tax issue.
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