Tax Literacy For NIL: "A Student-Athlete’s Guide to Keeping More of What You Earn" (Financial Literacy For NIL)

Tax Literacy For NIL: "A Student-Athlete’s Guide to Keeping More of What You Earn" (Financial Literacy For NIL)

Tax Literacy For NIL is the essential financial guide for student-athletes navigating the new world of Name, Image, and Likeness income. Whether you're making $5,000 from social media collabs or $5 million from national brand deals, one thing is certain: the IRS wants its cut - and they don't accept excuses. Written by former Division I football captain turned wealth advisor Pat Brown, MBA, this book breaks down complex tax topics into simple, actionable steps. Pat speaks directly to student-athletes, families, and support staff with the same clarity and honesty he brings to locker rooms, boardrooms, and classrooms across the country. Inside, you'll learn: How NIL income is taxed and what forms to watch for What self-employment taxes are - and why they hit harder than expected The truth about write-offs, business deductions, and forming an LLC Real-life budget examples for athletes earning $50K to $4M How to avoid the most common NIL tax mistakes When and how to hire a CPA, agent, or advisor who understands athletes This isn't a boring tax textbook. It's a street-smart, athlete-tested playbook that helps you stay compliant, save wisely, and think long-term about your money. Because what you don't know can cost you - and in the NIL era, financial literacy is no longer optional. Pat Brown, MBA is the founder of www.FinancialLiteracyForNIL.com, a national speaker, former athlete, and wealth advisor who helps student-athletes and their families protect and grow what they've earned. He is also the author of the Financial Literacy For NIL series and several other titles dedicated to athlete-focused money education.