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#575 How to Turn NIL Deals Into Long-Term Wealth
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In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Max Merritt reveal how NIL athletes can turn short-term earnings into long-term wealth. From forming an LLC to electing S corp status and leveraging mega Roth strategies, they lay out the playbook every young athlete—and their advisors—should follow.
Here are some of the highlights:
- Mark emphasizes the similarities between athletes and entrepreneurs, highlighting the self-discipline required in both fields.
- Max notes that many college athletes become entrepreneurs, often owning their own businesses.
- The importance of treating NIL income as a business transaction, suggesting the formation of an LLC and potential S corporation election.
- Mark warns against signing NIL contracts in the athlete's name, suggesting the use of the LLC to protect the athlete's interests.
- Mark and Max explain the concept of the mega backdoor Roth IRA, allowing athletes to save up to $70,000 annually in a tax-advantaged account.
- The potential for athletes to save significant amounts in retirement accounts like the solo 401(k).
- Mark encourages athletes to seek professional advice from tax lawyers and financial advisors to make informed decisions about their income and investments
- Grab my FREE Ultimate Tax Strategy Guide HERE!
- Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute demo to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification.
- You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the most significant tax & legal event of the year: Tax and Legal 360
- Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away!
- Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler
- Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!
Chapters
1. Athletes as Future Entrepreneurs (00:00:00)
2. Building the Right Advisory Team (00:01:19)
3. Creating a Business Structure (00:05:37)
4. Timing Is Everything (00:08:53)
5. Financial Planning for the Future (00:11:12)
6. Tax-Free Wealth Building Strategies (00:13:59)
7. Final Steps and Recommendations (00:16:15)
689 episodes
Manage episode 480129866 series 1248143
In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Max Merritt reveal how NIL athletes can turn short-term earnings into long-term wealth. From forming an LLC to electing S corp status and leveraging mega Roth strategies, they lay out the playbook every young athlete—and their advisors—should follow.
Here are some of the highlights:
- Mark emphasizes the similarities between athletes and entrepreneurs, highlighting the self-discipline required in both fields.
- Max notes that many college athletes become entrepreneurs, often owning their own businesses.
- The importance of treating NIL income as a business transaction, suggesting the formation of an LLC and potential S corporation election.
- Mark warns against signing NIL contracts in the athlete's name, suggesting the use of the LLC to protect the athlete's interests.
- Mark and Max explain the concept of the mega backdoor Roth IRA, allowing athletes to save up to $70,000 annually in a tax-advantaged account.
- The potential for athletes to save significant amounts in retirement accounts like the solo 401(k).
- Mark encourages athletes to seek professional advice from tax lawyers and financial advisors to make informed decisions about their income and investments
- Grab my FREE Ultimate Tax Strategy Guide HERE!
- Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute demo to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification.
- You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the most significant tax & legal event of the year: Tax and Legal 360
- Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away!
- Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler
- Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!
Chapters
1. Athletes as Future Entrepreneurs (00:00:00)
2. Building the Right Advisory Team (00:01:19)
3. Creating a Business Structure (00:05:37)
4. Timing Is Everything (00:08:53)
5. Financial Planning for the Future (00:11:12)
6. Tax-Free Wealth Building Strategies (00:13:59)
7. Final Steps and Recommendations (00:16:15)
689 episodes
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