Question 1

What is the Refer a Business program at FE International?

Accepted Answer

The Refer a Business program allows individuals to introduce business owners seeking an exit to FE International and earn a competitive commission when a referred business is sold successfully.

Question 2

How does the referral process work?

Accepted Answer

To make a referral, you complete a short application form, meet with the FE International team, introduce the business owner, and if the business sells through FE International, you receive a commission.

Question 3

Who can refer a business to FE International?

Accepted Answer

Anyone who knows a business owner considering an exit, including advisors, industry professionals, and business peers, can refer a business through the program by submitting their details and the business owner’s contact information.

Question 4

What types of businesses can be referred?

Accepted Answer

FE International accepts referrals for online businesses across technology sectors such as SaaS, ecommerce, marketplace apps, FinTech, EdTech, and consumer product businesses that may be ready for acquisition.

Question 5

Is there a fee to participate in the referral program?

Accepted Answer

No, there is no cost to refer a business. You simply submit the referral through the application form, and commission is earned only if a qualifying transaction closes successfully.

Question 6

How are referral commissions paid out?

Accepted Answer

Once the referred business is successfully sold through FE International, the referring party receives a competitive commission based on the terms agreed to in the referral agreement at the time of submission.

Question 7

Can referring a business affect the seller’s sale process?

Accepted Answer

No. Referring a business does not negatively impact the seller’s sale process. FE International handles valuation, due diligence, and deal execution confidentially and professionally, with the referral simply serving as the introduction.

Refer a business to the team you trust.

Know someone seeking an exit?
Earning a commission starts with an intro.

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