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Messages - warren0909
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« on: February 04, 2010, 04:13 »
BaldricksTrousers,
Spot on, as you know I have personaly been subject to rude replys to genuine questions I have put to Fotolia, and to be totaly honest with you its this fact that gets me anoyed more than anything else simply because there is no need for it.
I can understand why Fotolia want to scew us its greed, what I cant understand is why they want to be rude and disrespectful to as at the same time !!
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« on: February 03, 2010, 03:43 »
Eireann,
Thanks for your kind words, and I do see the apology as one to all Fotolia contributors not just me, at the end of the day it could have been anyone of us who got that reply. I felt real down last night what with one thing and another and had decided not to even bother with any forum at all and just work hard at producing more photos and illustrations.I have now changed my mind on that and will still be posting as I enjoy it so much (usualy!)
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« on: February 03, 2010, 03:32 »
I tried to find the forum thread on their site and couldn't. The only post about it was from Chad stating that he appreciated everyone patience as the new commission and purchase incentive programs are rolled out.
The thread is still there (well was this morning when I looked) but it has now been closed, you can still read it, think the title is "1 credit now =1"
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« on: February 02, 2010, 19:00 »
Well you all know im 100% behind you guys if only we could get some of the real big guns to say somthing here or on the forum it might help
They once started off with micro !!
Warren
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« on: February 02, 2010, 18:23 »
Off topic
Warren M,
I know I should have used a PM but I'm rushing out the door. No time.
Since you've recently started uploading to other sites (besides Fotolia), can I ask you to take a moment and have a look at Deposit Photos?
They're only new but they're offering a very good deal for photographers right now.
Disclaimer - I have no connection with DPhotos and no referral links. No personal financial motive.
Remember the 'Most favorite people in the world'? 
This is why I'm doing it, I just think it might be a good idea, and I told Princess already.
Go to the Home page on this forum and click on 'Deposit Photos - affiliate' topic to learn more about it.
There's a buzz going on and plenty of info and plenty of links to click on and help others.
Actually, this goes for both Warrens. See what you think about it.
Have fun
Thanks Eireann, Will defo take a look at the moment my time is spent getting my port up on two other sites but as soon as I get the chance I will join and may I just thank you on a personal level I felt so let down by Fotolia and your support (and others) made me stronger  Warren
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« on: February 02, 2010, 13:48 »
Very good information here thanks
what was Fotolias responce "Sorry we dont understand your question, and as your just a contributor we dont care that much if you do die !"
sorry couldnt resist !!
Warren
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« on: February 02, 2010, 06:09 »
PowerDroid
Yeah I know I cant do anything FT and other agencies will, and do do just what they want to. But I wont just stand there and say nothing when I think somthing is unfair I will say so, but will stand my ground being as polite and respectful as I can.
If i didnt need to stay I would leave FT now not because of the pricing and stuff, but simply because the staff dont seem to have any respect for the contributors at all.
Warrem
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« on: February 02, 2010, 05:22 »
"We don't want to share you, and we'll take very good care of you."
Fotolia's is :-
"We want to scew you, and dont give a monkeys about what you want"
Warren !!
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« on: February 01, 2010, 14:29 »
Yeah sorry Warren forgot you had posted gere too !!
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« on: February 01, 2010, 14:06 »
OM, I havent taken all my images off Fotolia ( I need the income !) just took them from exclusive images so I can sell the same images elsewhere.
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« on: February 01, 2010, 13:26 »
Yeah not just shocking but sad very sad it was the first site I joined and used to love being a contributor with them, but recently have took all my images off exclusive and started uploading them at other sites. I only wish I could attend one of the Fotolia board meetings if only to bang a few heads together and make them see what they are doing to us contributors and perhaps make a little change 
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« on: February 01, 2010, 13:09 »
OM , was just gunna mention that it was a reply I got to some simple questions I had asked them Ill post it here This is what I asked first and the reply I got :- Ok
the grey box to the left "info" it used to have the credit value, ie in my case 0.75, late last night that changed to 1 so a lot of people are now thinking they get more for 1 credit tham they used to !! only prob is that now that line has vanished fron the info box no one knows as a contributor how much credit is worth  ?
Responses: Fotolia : All you need to be concerned with, Warren, is what you will receive, and that has not changed. Our credit packages have changed, that is all. Your payout stays the same.
Kind regards,
Fotolia Team U.K.
0208 816 72 84
So then I sent this :- 1 Why did it go up to 1 in the info box ie 1 credit = 1 (for us that is)
2 Why did that then Vanish after an hour or so ?
3 Why is it still not there (even if it is still the same at 0.75) ?
If it was a mistake then thats ok we all make mistakes but we do derserve to be told what happened and why so many people were thinking the credit value had gone up. To say " all you need to be concerned with" is just not good enough.
I like Fotolia I honestly do but come on treat us with a bit of respect and honesty we deserve PLEASE.And the reply which took my breath away was :- it will have been a technical issue on the 1 - it must have been, while updating our website.
I have no answers for you as far as the other why why why's. We update our website sometimes, we change prices sometimes. We create new products sometimes. Why? Because we decide to
Kind regards,
Fotolia Team U.K.
0208 816 72 84
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« on: February 01, 2010, 05:43 »
It was there late last night (British time) but has now gone and it did say 1 not 0.75 ?
I have asked support to let us know whats going on those of you who can keep having a look in the forum those who cant will try and keep you informed here !!
Warren
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« on: January 29, 2010, 08:32 »
Linn, Keep pestering them for it and dont give up, hope you get it soon, let us know Warren
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« on: January 28, 2010, 18:48 »
Simone, Think it took about 2-3 weeks for the letter to arrive to England from the states, let just hope we dont need them and they will stay filed away for ever Warren
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« on: January 24, 2010, 09:33 »
Thank you Simone your too kind Warren
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« on: January 21, 2010, 13:50 »
simone,
You should (as long as you have the W-8BEN done and accepted) now no longer pay any tax on any sales. Fotolia were insiting before Christmas that we had to get an ITIN number as well but have backed down on this for the time being while they look into it a bit more.
You should also get a rebate of any tax you have paid.
If fotolia come back and say we need an ITIN we will have to apply for one via the IRS in the States for which, amongst other things, we will need a letter POSTED to us by fotolia on headed Fotolia paper stating our account number.
A lot of us on Fotolia have requested the letter anyway so we can have it at the ready if Fotolia do indeed change again.
What I would do is contact support and ask them to send you the letter you will need in order to get an ITIN number and when you get it keep hold of it until you need it or not as the case maybe !!!
And if you are still paying tax on US sales even with the W-8BEN approved let Fotolia know.
Hope ive made sence here and this has helped you out a little
Warren
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« on: January 21, 2010, 13:37 »
Yeah,
I got the same email but didnt like the look of it, with me being an active member of the forums I can see that some people did "crank your rank" , as they moved from one rank to another without the said number of sales.
Must admit Im glad I didnt do it now !!
Warren
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« on: January 14, 2010, 16:07 »
Simone,
As it stands at the moment with Fotolia if you live in a country with a tax treaty with the US you just fill in the relavant W form leaving the ITIN number off in my case, UK, it was the W-8BEN form.
If and when Fotolia decide we do after all need a ITIN number then you will have to request a letter from fotolia to submit to the IRS along with your passport and i think its the W-7 form !!!
At first Fotolia where isisting we all need an ITIN number but after a lot of debate this was put on hold and Fotolia are now looking into this. Quite a few people have requested the letter from Fotolia and have now got the letter (me included) just in case it is needed after all.
This maybe different as you live in Canada not too shure, Hope this helps a little and I haven confused you even more !!!
Warren
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« on: January 13, 2010, 04:00 »
Eirean, You mean the top part of your post wasnt serious !!!! But your too kind and thankyou for that if i could see myself now Im sure i'd be blushing Warren
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« on: January 12, 2010, 03:21 »
All the spelling on the letter are correct I was just typing it out on here in a rush because I wanted you all to see it and get your comments sorry about the mistakes ...... I will go to bed early with no supper  Warren
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« on: January 12, 2010, 03:14 »
Ooops sorry folks its me and my typos sent on the 30/12/09 !!!!!  Im such an idiot Warren
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« on: January 11, 2010, 08:02 »
Good point gostwyck,
It was dated 30/01/09 and sent from the US have to wait and see I suppose but anyway nothing seems to have changed as regards Fotolias change of policy for the time being so at least ive got a letter if I need one !!
Warren
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« on: January 11, 2010, 06:47 »
Hey all just got my letter and to me looks like we are back at square one !!!!! here it is any comments !!!!
Dear Mr Millar
Member # ****
This letter is to advise you based upon the information in our files it appears that you may be a resident of the United Kindom, which has an income tax treaty with the United States that provides for reduced rate of witholding tax on royalties.
if you are a resident of the United Kindom and qualify for benefits under the US/United Kindom income tax treaty, you will need to complete a US Internal revenue Service (IRS) Form W-8BEN, Certificate of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner for United States tax witholding on royalties payable by Fotolia LLC. However, in order to obatain treaty benefits, Form W-8BEN must include a U.S. Taxpayer Identification Number, which includes a Social Security Number (SSN) or US Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). If you do not currently have a SSN or an ITIN, you can obtain an ITIN by filling a form W-7, Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Number, with the IRS. This process takes only 4-6 weeks and could reduce your witholding taxes significantly.
Please complete From W-7, Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number and include the proper documentation. This letter will serve as documentation for box h, Exception 1(d) referencing individuals who are reciving distributions such as royalties during the current year and require to provide an ITIN to the witholding agent, which is Fotolia LLC.
Please note that without an ITIN or SSN and a validated IRS from W-8BEN on file with Fotolia LLC royalties payable will be subject to US witholding tax at the appropriate non-treaty rate.
If you have any questions on tax witholding on your Fotolia earnings, please visit our Tax Center or contact your leagal/tax advisor.
Thank you for your coperation and attention to this matter.
Best ragards
Ralph G. DeLorenzo
Corporate Finance
Fotolia LLC
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« on: January 09, 2010, 11:52 »
Yeah did notice that Princess and its a shame, dont know why they closed it I presume if we try to keep the peps on the cafe du monde informed of any important news they cant close those posts down ??
Warren
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