Partner Program
Grow With Starting Gate Financial
We work with finance professionals, trusted advisors, and real estate specialists who want to add commercial capital to the value they already deliver. Find the right program for how you work.
Explore Partner ProgramsWhy SGF
Capital Without Compromise
Full Program Access
Your clients gain access to SGF's complete financing universe — SBA, CRE, equipment, fix-and-flip, working capital, and more. One partner relationship covers every deal type.
Institutional Credibility
We operate as a commercial financing firm, not a marketplace. Your clients are handled with the professionalism your reputation demands.
Transparent Compensation
Commissions and referral fees are defined in writing before your first deal. No ambiguity, no renegotiation after the fact.
Programs
Choose Your Partnership Track
We offer four distinct partner tracks based on your professional role, your level of deal involvement, and how you prefer to earn.
Independent Contractor Broker
Commission-BasedBuild a book of business. Earn on every closed deal.
Learn more →Referral Partner
Referral FeeSend us a name. Earn when they close.
Learn more →CPA & Accounting Partner
Referral FeeYour clients need capital. We speak your language.
Learn more →Real Estate Agent & Broker Partner
Referral FeeClose more deals. Add capital to the conversation.
Learn more →Process
From Application to First Deal
Apply to the Program
Select your partner track and submit a brief application. We review every application personally — no automated approvals.
Vetting & Agreement
A brief conversation confirms fit. You'll review and sign your partner agreement, which defines compensation, conduct standards, and deal submission protocols.
Onboarding
Receive access to SGF's deal intake process, financing program overview, and any co-branded materials relevant to your track.
Submit Your First Deal
When your first client is ready, walk them through intake. SGF handles qualification, lender routing, underwriting, and close.
Get Paid
Compensation is calculated at close and paid promptly per the terms of your agreement.
Common Questions
What You Should Know Before Applying
What is an Independent Contractor (IC) Broker?
An IC Broker is a licensed or experienced finance professional who actively structures and submits commercial financing deals on behalf of clients. IC Brokers work deals end-to-end and earn commission-based compensation tied directly to funded transactions.
What is a Referral Partner?
A Referral Partner introduces business owners to SGF and steps back. You make the introduction, we handle qualification, structuring, and close. You earn a referral fee at funding — no deal management required on your end.
Why partner with Starting Gate Financial?
SGF gives you access to a full commercial financing platform — SBA loans, CRE, equipment, working capital, fix-and-flip, and more — under one relationship. Your compensation is defined in writing before your first deal. We handle underwriting and lender routing so you can focus on your clients.
How does the partner process work?
You apply, we review your application personally, and schedule a brief conversation to confirm fit. Once onboarded and agreements are signed, you submit deals through our intake process. SGF handles everything from qualification to close. You get paid at funding.
Ready to Get Started?
Apply to Become a Partner
Applications are reviewed personally. Our team will be in touch within one business day.
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