Let's talk about the best part — getting paid! Here's exactly how the NWG referral partner commission structure works, with real math so you know exactly what to expect.

The Commission Structure

As an NWG Referral Partner, you earn:

20%

of the setup fee for every client you refer

This is a one-time payout per referral, paid when the project kicks off. Simple, clean, no complicated tracking.

What You Earn Per Referral

Website Type	Client Pays (Setup Fee)	You Earn (20%)
Standard Website	$599	$120
E-Commerce Website	$1,000	$200
Larger/Custom Builds	$1,000+	$200+

Bigger projects mean bigger payouts. If a client needs a 20+ page site or custom features, the build fee goes up — and so does your 20%.

Let's Do the Math

Example 1: You Refer 5 Standard Website Clients

Referrals	Setup Fee Each	Your Commission Each	Total Earned
5 clients	$599	$120	$600

Example 2: Mix of Standard and E-Commerce

Type	Referrals	Commission Each	Total
Standard Website	3	$120	$360
E-Commerce	2	$200	$400
Total			$760

Example 3: The Big Picture

Referrals Per Year	Estimated Earnings
5 clients	$600+
10 clients	$1,200+
25 clients	$3,000+
50 clients	$6,000+

That's from casual referrals. You don't need to be a full-time salesperson — just connect people you know with a service they need.

How and When You Get Paid

Payment Method

How: Direct bank deposit via Stripe Connect
Automatic payouts: When your balance reaches $25, it's sent to your bank
Setup: Connect your bank account through your partner dashboard (takes 2 minutes)

When You Earn

Commission is credited when the referred client's project kicks off (deposit paid)
No waiting months for recurring trickles — you get a meaningful payout right away

What Counts Toward Commission

Website build/setup fees (standard, e-commerce, custom builds)

What Does NOT Count

Monthly management fees ($89/mo)
Refunded payments
Chargebacks

Tracking Your Earnings

Your partner dashboard shows you everything:

Leads submitted — Every referral you've made
Conversions — How many became paying clients
Total earnings — Lifetime commissions earned
Pending balance — Amount waiting for payout threshold
Payout history — Record of all bank deposits

Full transparency. No guessing. No surprises.

Common Commission Questions

"What if my referral cancels?"

You keep your commission. It was earned when the project started — cancellations don't claw it back.

"Is there a cap on earnings?"

Nope! No ceiling. The more you refer, the more you earn.

"What if someone I referred refers someone else?"

Currently, commissions are single-tier (just your direct referrals). We may introduce multi-tier in the future — stay tuned!

"Do I pay taxes on this?"

Yes, commission income is taxable. If you earn more than $600 in a calendar year, you'll receive a 1099 form. We recommend setting aside ~25-30% for taxes or consulting a tax professional.

Maximizing Your Earnings

Focus on Fit

Refer businesses that genuinely need a website. A great-fit client is more likely to sign, which means you get paid.

Follow Up on Leads

Check in with Joe on your submitted leads. If one doesn't close, ask why — it helps you refine your approach and send better-fit leads.

Think Volume

Even 1-2 referrals per month adds up. At $120+ per referral, that's an easy $1,400+ per year from casual connections.

Earnings Potential Summary

Activity Level	Referrals/Year	Estimated Earnings
Casual	3-5	$360-$600+
Active	10-15	$1,200-$1,800+
Hustler	25-50	$3,000-$6,000+

Based on standard website builds. E-commerce and custom projects increase these numbers.

Bottom Line

The NWG commission structure is simple: 20% of the setup fee, paid when the project starts. No complicated tiers. No confusing math. Just a meaningful payout for every client you refer.

Now get out there and start earning!