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Learn what makes a file fundable, how to collect the right documents and how to avoid the submission mistakes that kill early momentum.
Give your merchants access to multiple commercial financing paths through one partner relationship—while you maintain the relationship, follow each submission, and build a repeatable funding business.
Whether you are submitting a first file or managing a mature brokerage, the operating model stays simple: bring qualified businesses, submit complete packages, and let Elite help navigate the funding side.
Learn what makes a file fundable, how to collect the right documents and how to avoid the submission mistakes that kill early momentum.
Add product depth, improve placement coverage and create a cleaner operating workflow without building a full underwriting desk from scratch.
Use Elite for overflow, harder-to-place files, broader product coverage or a more centralized partner experience across your team.
A strong ISO relationship should help you understand the deal, move it efficiently and preserve trust with the merchant—not leave you guessing after submission.
Apply to partnerStart with the business profile instead of forcing every merchant into the same product. Eligible files can be evaluated across several commercial financing categories.
Know what has been received, what is missing, where the deal stands and what the next action should be. Cleaner files move faster.
Get help identifying likely product fit, responding to conditions and packaging the opportunity in a way the funding side can act on.
Industry-leading points on funded deals, with economics that stay transparent and are governed by your agreement.
Strong merchant relationships can produce repeat business. Renewal rights, attribution and compensation should be understood before you submit.
Centralize deal intake, documents, communication, decisions and offer visibility as your pipeline and team grow.
The right financing path depends on the business—not a single headline approval. Elite helps evaluate fit across a broader commercial funding shelf.
Product availability, qualification criteria, terms, timing and compensation vary by funding source and transaction. Financing is subject to underwriting and approval.
You own the relationship. Elite helps move the financing process forward with structured intake, product evaluation and deal coordination.
Tell us about your business, experience, expected volume and target merchants. Review compensation, responsibilities and operating terms before activation.
Provide the application, recent business bank statements and any additional documents relevant to the requested product.
Follow the deal, respond to missing items and work with the Elite team as the file is evaluated and positioned.
Coordinate with the merchant through closing. Eligible partner compensation is paid according to the executed agreement and funded transaction.
One point equals 1% of the funded amount. Commissions on revenue-based deals commonly run 6–12 points depending on the deal — your exact economics are set in your partner agreement, in writing.
| Funded amount | 6 points | 8 points | 12 points |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | $1,500 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| $50,000 | $3,000 | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| $100,000 | $6,000 | $8,000 | $12,000 |
| $250,000 | $15,000 | $20,000 | $30,000 |
The best channel relationships protect the business owner, the partner and the funding ecosystem. Clear expectations matter from day one.
ISOs own the sales relationship and submit complete files. Other partners can introduce opportunities without managing the entire financing process.
Package files, manage the merchant relationship and work the deal through funding with Elite.
Not a broker? Introduce qualified business owners while Elite handles the financing process from intake through closing.
Commissions are quoted in points — one point is 1% of the funded amount. Commissions on revenue-based deals commonly run 6–12 points depending on the deal. Actual compensation depends on the product, transaction, funding source, risk profile and the terms of your partner agreement.
Yes. Elite Funders can work with new and experienced brokers. New partners should be prepared to learn submission requirements, follow marketing and consent standards, and remain responsive throughout the deal process.
A typical initial package includes a completed business funding application and recent business bank statements. Additional documents may be requested based on the financing product, amount and underwriting findings.
Initial review timing depends heavily on file completeness and product type. Complete revenue-based financing files may move quickly, while SBA, term, equipment or asset-based options may require deeper documentation and review.
The operating relationship, communication expectations, attribution and renewal rights should be clearly defined in the partner agreement. Review those terms before submitting business.
Yes. Prospective partners should understand compensation, payment timing, renewal rights, clawbacks, marketing requirements and other obligations before activation.
An ISO generally manages the merchant relationship, collects documents and actively works the deal. An affiliate typically sends tracked traffic or leads and has less involvement in packaging, underwriting and closing.
Tell us how you operate and what kind of merchants you serve. The goal is to determine the right partnership structure—not force every applicant into the same box.
Pick the partner type that fits — you can always discuss other arrangements with us later.
We need to know who we're working with. Everything stays confidential.
Tell us about your business. We'll pre-fill your ISO Agreement with this info.
Help us understand who you'd be referring to us.
All optional — but the more we know, the more we can do for you on the lender side.
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