1. How long have you been working in the NIL space or representing student-athletes?
  2. What kind of athletes or deals have you worked on before?
  3. Are you registered as an athlete agent in my state or any other states?
  4. Do you specialize in a particular sport, region, or type of client?
  5. Have you ever had a client lose eligibility because of a deal or representation issue?
  6. What degrees, certifications, or training do you have that relate to NIL representation?
  7. Have you completed any NIL-specific compliance or agent education programs?
  8. How do you stay up to date on changing NCAA, school, and state NIL policies?
  9. What services do you provide beyond contract negotiation?
  10. Do you assist with business formation, like setting up an LLC or EIN?
  11. Can you help with tax planning or refer me to a CPA who understands athlete income?
  12. Do you offer branding or social media strategy services?
  13. Will you help with long-term brand growth, not just one-off deals?
  14. Will I be working directly with you, or will I be assigned to someone else?
  15. How many athletes do you currently represent?
  16. How many clients do you manage personally?
  17. What does your typical communication with clients look like — weekly, monthly, as needed?
  18. What is your fee structure? Do you charge a percentage, a flat fee, or something else?
  19. Are there any upfront costs or retainer fees I should know about?
  20. Do you take commission on deals that I bring in on my own?
  21. What happens if I want to end our working relationship? Is there a termination clause?
  22. Can I see a copy of your standard contract before making a decision?
  23. How do you find or create NIL opportunities for your clients?
  24. What kind of companies or brands do you typically work with?
  25. Will you help me stay in compliance with my school’s NIL reporting process?
  26. How do you handle legal review of contracts? Do you have a legal team or work with one?
  27. Do you have experience working with international student-athletes and visa restrictions?
  28. What’s your philosophy on athlete education? Will you explain deals and help me understand what I’m signing?
  29. Can you provide a few references or current clients I can talk to?
  30. Why should I choose you as my NIL agent over others?