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        <h1>How NILAssist Works</h1>
        <p class="subtitle">NIL for the rest of us.</p>
        
        <h2>🚀 What is NILAssist?</h2>
        <p>NILAssist is the NIL platform built for every athlete — not just the blue checks.</p>
        <p>We help student-athletes (and families) understand Name, Image, and Likeness, track deals, stay compliant, and build their brand — without lawyers, agents, or confusion.</p>
        <p><strong>And it's always free to athletes.</strong></p>
        
        <h2>🛠️ How it Works</h2>
        <p><strong>1️⃣ You sign up — fast.</strong><br>
        No agency required. NILAssist works for D1, D2, D3, NAIA, JUCO, and high school athletes where NIL is legal.</p>
        
        <p><strong>2️⃣ You build your NIL Playbook.</strong><br>
        We'll guide you through the basics — what deals are legit, how to protect your brand, what to file for taxes.</p>
        
        <p><strong>3️⃣ You track your NIL journey.</strong><br>
        See what deals you've done, what's pending, and what you might need to report (yes — we explain the "1099" stuff).</p>
        
        <p><strong>4️⃣ You stay compliant — automatically.</strong><br>
        Our system helps you know what your school or state requires — no guesswork.</p>
        
        <p><strong>5️⃣ You grow.</strong><br>
        More deals, more education, more opportunity — all in your control.</p>
        
        <h2>🏛️ What About the House Settlement?</h2>
        <p>The House v. NCAA Settlement takes effect July 1, 2025 — unlocking billions for past and current athletes. But it also creates new compliance rules and reporting obligations that every athlete needs to understand.</p>
        <p>NILAssist® is built from day one to help you stay on top of it — automatically tracking what's required, what's changing, and what you need to do. No lawyers. No confusion. No missing out.</p>
        
        <h2>🎯 Who It's For</h2>
        <p>• Student-athletes (HS + college)<br>
        • Parents & families<br>
        • Coaches & athletic staff<br>
        • University compliance<br>
        • Brands & local businesses</p>
        
        <h2>💯 Why It's Free for Athletes</h2>
        <p>Because NILAssist exists to democratize NIL — not to tax young athletes or create paywalls.</p>
        <p>Schools and brands may pay to integrate — but if you're an athlete, it's free.<br>
        <strong>Period.</strong></p>
        
        <h2>📅 When Is It Launching?</h2>
        <p><strong>Beta is coming soon.</strong><br>
        Sign up now to lock your spot and get early access:</p>
        
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            NIL for the rest of us.
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