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Commission on Custom Solutions and Advertising

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Written by Brandon Austin
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Commission on Custom Solutions and Advertising

Quick Answer

You earn 30% commission on ALL custom enterprise solutions and advertising packages purchased by your referrals, including custom portal development, banner advertising, white-label solutions, and API integrations. These high-ticket items can generate thousands in commission from a single enterprise client.

Overview

Beyond standard listings and leads, Heritage Web offers custom solutions for enterprise clients with specific needs. These premium services carry higher price points and generate substantial commission opportunities. Understanding these offerings helps you identify and refer organizations that need more than standard features.

Custom Solution Types & Commission

Custom Portal Development

What It Includes:

  • Branded company portal

  • Centralized lead management

  • Automated distribution workflows

  • Custom analytics dashboards

  • API integrations

Pricing & Your Commission:

Portal Complexity

Typical Price

Your Commission

Basic Portal

$10,000

$3,000

Standard Portal

$25,000

$7,500

Advanced Portal

$50,000

$15,000

Enterprise Portal

$100,000+

$30,000+

Banner Advertising Packages

Advertising Options:

  • Homepage banner placements

  • Publication-specific advertising

  • Sponsored content sections

  • Directory featured listings

  • Event sponsorships

Monthly Advertising Rates:

  • Basic Package: $500/month → $150/month commission

  • Standard Package: $1,500/month → $450/month commission

  • Premium Package: $3,000/month → $900/month commission

  • Custom Package: $5,000+/month → $1,500+/month commission

White-Label Solutions

Service Includes:

  • Co-branded directories

  • Custom domain options

  • Branded email communications

  • Customized user interface

  • Dedicated support

Typical Pricing:

  • Setup Fee: $5,000-15,000 (you earn $1,500-4,500)

  • Monthly Fee: $1,000-5,000 (you earn $300-1,500/month)

  • Annual contracts common (full year commission potential)

API & Integration Services

Technical Solutions:

  • CRM integrations (Salesforce, HubSpot)

  • Automated data synchronization

  • Webhook implementations

  • Custom reporting APIs

  • Single sign-on (SSO) integration

Project-Based Pricing:

  • Small Integration: $5,000 → $1,500 commission

  • Medium Integration: $15,000 → $4,500 commission

  • Complex Integration: $25,000+ → $7,500+ commission

Identifying Custom Solution Opportunities

Signs an Organization Needs Custom Solutions

Portal Development Indicators:

  • 50+ professionals to manage

  • Multiple office locations

  • Need for centralized control

  • Existing CRM requirements

  • Complex approval workflows

Advertising Interest Signals:

  • Brand awareness goals

  • Product/service launches

  • Event promotion needs

  • Recruitment campaigns

  • Market expansion plans

White-Label Candidates:

  • Industry associations

  • Franchise organizations

  • Chamber of commerce groups

  • Professional networks

  • Member benefit programs

Commission Calculation Examples

Example 1: Law Firm Complete Package

  • Custom portal development: $30,000

  • White-label setup: $10,000

  • Monthly white-label fee: $2,000 × 12 = $24,000

  • Banner advertising: $1,500 × 12 = $18,000

  • Total Year 1 Custom Solutions: $82,000

  • Your Commission: $24,600

Example 2: Healthcare System Integration

  • API integration with Epic: $25,000

  • Custom analytics dashboard: $15,000

  • SSO implementation: $10,000

  • Monthly maintenance: $1,000 × 12 = $12,000

  • Total Year 1 Custom Solutions: $62,000

  • Your Commission: $18,600

Example 3: Association White-Label

  • White-label setup: $15,000

  • Custom branding package: $5,000

  • Monthly service fee: $3,000 × 12 = $36,000

  • Member promotion campaign: $2,000 × 6 = $12,000

  • Total Year 1 Custom Solutions: $68,000

  • Your Commission: $20,400

Promoting Custom Solutions

Key Selling Points

For Portals:

  • Centralized team management

  • Reduced administrative overhead

  • Better lead distribution

  • Enhanced reporting capabilities

  • Competitive advantage

For Advertising:

  • 300+ publication network reach

  • Targeted community exposure

  • Measurable ROI

  • Brand building opportunity

  • Lead generation amplification

For White-Label:

  • Member benefit differentiation

  • New revenue stream potential

  • Branded experience

  • Reduced development costs

  • Ongoing support included

Conversation Starters

"Is managing individual accounts becoming overwhelming?" → Portal opportunity

"How do you currently promote across different communities?" → Advertising opportunity

"Would your members benefit from a branded directory?" → White-label opportunity

"Does your CRM integrate with your marketing platforms?" → API integration opportunity

Important Notes

Pre-Approval Required: Custom solutions require enterprise agreement. Always coordinate with [email protected] before referring.

Development Timeline: Custom solutions typically take 30-90 days to implement. Commission is earned as payments are received.

Ongoing Commission: Many custom solutions include monthly fees. You earn 30% commission on all payments within the 12-month window.

FAQs

Q: Do I need to understand the technical details? A: No, Heritage Web's team handles all technical discussions. You just need to identify the opportunity and make the introduction.

Q: When is commission paid on large development projects? A: Commission is calculated and paid as Heritage Web receives payment, often in milestones for large projects.

Q: Can small businesses afford custom solutions? A: Some solutions scale down. Even a $500/month advertising package generates $150/month commission for you.

Q: Are custom solutions contracts typically annual? A: Yes, most custom solutions involve 12-month minimum contracts, maximizing your commission opportunity.

Next Steps

  • Review your referrals for custom solution potential

  • Learn the key talking points for each solution type

  • Email [email protected] about prospects

  • Track custom solution revenue separately in your analytics

Related Articles

  • Understanding Enterprise Commission Potential

  • Referring Enterprise Clients: Pre-Contact Requirements

  • Building Relationships with Organizations

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