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Webinar on Demand: Paying Players: NIL, Taxes & The Unknowns Facing Athletes and Schools

About the Webinar

NIL has moved quickly from endorsement income to significant compensation for student-athletes. As payments grow, so do the tax questions facing athletes, families, schools, collectives, and advisors.

In this one-hour session, BT Partner, Peter Stathopoulos, will walk through key federal and state tax considerations, including 1099 income, self-employment tax, estimated payments, multi-state filing obligations, and common planning mistakes.

What You Will Learn

How NIL income is generally reported and taxed

Why 1099 income creates self-employment tax obligations

How multi-state filing issues can arise from games, appearances, and endorsements

What schools and collectives need to understand about payment reporting

How non-cash compensation, including cars, housing, travel, and crypto, may be taxed

What common mistakes can create penalties, interest, or missed planning opportunities