T.A.G.T.A.G. Business Funding

Merchant Processor Referral Program

Merchant Processor Referral Guide: Step-by-Step

How to use your transaction data to identify candidates, make introductions, and earn 2–5% per funded deal.

Merchant Processor Partner Resources

Your Data Advantage

You're already processing what MCA underwriters want to see: daily transaction volume, consistency, growth trends, and chargeback rates. You can pre-screen candidates more accurately than any other referral partner type — before making a single introduction.

Step 1: Register as a Partner

Step 1
Register and Get Your Referral Link

Go to /affiliate to complete registration. You'll receive:

  • Your unique referral link and partner agreement
  • Onboarding materials and a dedicated support contact
  • Access to the full partner toolkit

Registration takes approximately 5 minutes.

Step 2: Run a Portfolio Data Review

Step 2
Use Processing Data to Identify Strong Candidates

Before reaching out to any merchant, screen your portfolio using the data you already have:

  • Monthly volume $15,000–$150,000: Strong MCA candidate range
  • Consistent daily transaction activity: MCA approval is heavily dependent on deposit consistency — merchants with daily or near-daily activity are most fundable
  • Low chargeback rate (under 2%): High chargebacks are a red flag in underwriting — pre-screen these out
  • Growing volume trend: 6+ months of volume data showing stability or growth → high approval probability
  • No 6+ NSF/return events in 90 days: High return events indicate cash flow stress that may disqualify
The 15-Minute Portfolio Audit: At the start of each month, review your active merchant list. Flag any merchant with $15K+ monthly volume and consistent daily activity. These are your warm candidates — make a list, then introduce over the next 30 days using natural conversation moments.

Step 3: Qualify Before Introducing

Step 3
Confirm Basic MCA Qualification

Use the Client Qualification Checklist for a complete screen. The key signals from your processing data alone:

  • 6+ months of active processing history ✓
  • $15,000+ average monthly volume ✓
  • Consistent daily or near-daily transactions ✓
  • Chargeback rate under 2% ✓
  • No sustained downward volume trend in 90 days ✓

Step 4: Make the Introduction in Context

Step 4
Scripts for Merchant Processor Conversations

Introductions work best when they're tied to an existing service interaction. Never lead with "I get paid if you apply." Lead with the value to the merchant.

Script — During a Processing Fee Inquiry
"I'll take a look at your rate structure. I also wanted to mention — looking at your volume, you'd be in a strong position for working capital if you ever needed it. I work with a funding company that uses processing data as part of their process — they move quickly. Want me to send you their info?"
Script — After Volume Growth (30-Day Review)
"Your volume was up about 20% last month — great to see. Sometimes when things are growing fast, cash flow becomes the constraint. I have a resource for working capital I recommend to merchants in your situation — typically 3–5 days to funding. I can send you the link if you want to explore it."
Script — Onboarding a New Merchant
"Welcome aboard. One more thing while I have you — we also work with a business funding partner that helps merchants access working capital based on their processing volume. You can bookmark it for later: [YOUR REFERRAL LINK]. No obligation, just a resource we offer."
Email Template — Monthly Portfolio Follow-Up
Subject: A resource for growing merchants — quick share

Hi [Name],

I was reviewing your account this month and wanted to share a resource I make available to merchants who are in a strong processing position.

T.A.G. Business Funding works with businesses like yours — they use processing history as part of their review process, and they move quickly (typically 3–5 days to funding).

Link here: [YOUR REFERRAL LINK]

No pressure — just wanted to make sure you had it in case it's ever useful.

[Your Name]

Step 5: T.A.G. Handles the Application

Step 5
What Happens After the Introduction
  • T.A.G. contacts the merchant to start the application
  • Application, underwriting, and funding are fully managed by T.A.G.
  • Approval decision: typically 24–48 hours
  • Funding: typically 3–5 business days
  • You are notified when your merchant funds
  • Referral fee paid within 5 business days of funding

Your Portfolio Is Already Pre-Screened

Register once. Your transaction data does the qualification work for you.

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