Partner Resources
Everything you need to succeed as a MaxLife referral partner. Download our playbook, marketing materials, and fee schedule.
Downloadable Resources
Partner Overview
Quick overview of the referral program, fees, and how it works.
Deal Playbook
Step-by-step guide to sourcing, evaluating, and submitting deals.
Email Templates
Ready-to-use email templates to share with your clients.
Logo Files
MaxLife logos and badges for your website and marketing.
Case Studies
Real examples of successful referral partnerships and deal outcomes.
Fee Schedule
Complete referral fee breakdown and payment terms.
Referral Fee Structure
| Deal Value | Referral Fee | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Under $500K | $10K–$25K flat | $300K deal = $15K |
| $500K–$1M | 1–2% of deal value | $750K deal = $7.5-15K |
| $1M–$5M | 1.5–2.5% of deal value | $2.8M deal = $42-70K |
| Over $5M | Negotiated (typically 1–2%) | $10M deal = $100-200K |
Payment Terms
- ✓ Fees paid at closing
- ✓ No upfront costs or application fees
- ✓ Commission splits negotiated transparently with co-brokers
- ✓ Fees wired directly to your account within 5 business days of closing
- ✓ Form 1099 issued for tax reporting
Referral Agreement Terms
Partner Eligibility
- •Must be a licensed commercial real estate agent or broker in good standing
- •Exceptions may be made for deal sources with strong track records
- •Must maintain professional liability insurance (recommended)
- •Must comply with all state and federal real estate laws
Referral Submission
- •Submit referrals through our online form, email, or phone
- •Provide accurate property and client information
- •Confirm client authorization before submitting
- •One referral per deal (avoid duplicate submissions)
Confidentiality
- •All deal details shared with MaxLife are confidential
- •MaxLife will not share property or client information without permission
- •Referral partners must maintain confidentiality regarding deal discussions
- •Non-compete: Cannot refer same client to competitor for 12 months after submission
Deal Processing
- •MaxLife evaluates all referrals within 48 business hours
- •Positive evaluations result in outreach to client within 72 hours
- •Partner and client discuss opportunity directly with MaxLife broker
- •MaxLife handles all negotiations, underwriting, and execution
Fee Earnings & Payment
- •Referral fee earned when deal closes successfully
- •Fee amount determined by deal value per the fee schedule
- •Payment issued within 5 business days of closing
- •Commission splits negotiated transparently for co-broker scenarios
- •1099 issued for all partners earning $600+ annually
Termination
- •Partnership can be terminated by either party with written notice
- •Outstanding referral fees are paid upon closing regardless of termination
- •Confidentiality obligations continue indefinitely
- •Non-compete obligations remain for 12 months post-termination
For the complete legal agreement, email Ryan@MaxLifeRealty.com to request the full partnership agreement PDF.
Market & Research Resources
Partner Support
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