by A-Ray | Jun 2, 2026 | NIL Tax
1099 vs. W‑2Athletes listen up!! Both earn $100,000 in 2025. The tax outcomes are very different.A lot of people assume $100k is $100k.But how you earn it, completely changes your tax bill, especially in California.1099A 1099 worker pays both the employer and employee...
by A-Ray | Apr 30, 2026 | NIL Tax
So I was reading an article by Thad Madden, EA and he brings up the idea of mandatory withholding being included in any federal legislation.Instead of the athlete receiving the full amount and dealing with taxes later, a portion is automatically pulled out at the...
by A-Ray | Apr 27, 2026 | NIL Tax
We’ve talked about self‑employment tax, estimated payments, 1099s, deductions, international rules, and the business side of NIL. But before we close out this series, there are a few areas student‑athletes overlook, and they can impact your taxes, your family, and...
by A-Ray | Apr 25, 2026 | NIL Tax
Can’t forget about our international athletes. International athletes need to be more aware of their NIL deals than any other athlete, your NIL income doesn’t just impact your taxes it can impact your immigration status.For F‑1 visa holders, the wrong NIL activity can...
by A-Ray | Apr 24, 2026 | NIL Tax
If you’re making consistent money through NIL, you need to see start thinking of yourself as a business. And just like any business, you need to be thinking about tax compliance, documentation, risk, and mitigation.We’ve all seen the long list of athletes and...
by A-Ray | Apr 24, 2026 | NIL Tax
I know it sucks when you land a big NIL deal but remember you still have to pay federal and state taxes. And self employment tax.The tax nobody talks about, self-employment tax can significantly impact an athlete’s tax liability. When you earn NIL income, the...
