Commercial Real Estate Broker Referral Program
Thorne CRE’s Broker Referral Program creates mutually beneficial partnerships with commercial real estate brokers, agents, and industry professionals. We offer a transparent, efficient, and rewarding system for referring clients who require commercial real estate financing. By partnering with Thorne CRE, you can confidently provide your clients access to a wide array of loan products and expert guidance while generating additional revenue through competitive referral fees.
A Commercial Real Estate Broker Referral Program is a structured partnership where real estate brokers, agents, or advisors refer clients seeking capital to a specialized financing partner in exchange for a commission upon loan closure. Learn more about how to get commercial real estate financing to support your client advisory process.
Key Benefits for Referring Brokers
- Expanded Service Offering: Provide a full spectrum of capital solutions from property selection to debt structuring. Learn how to advise clients by navigating the capital stack.
- Competitive Referral Fees: Earn significant referral fees ranging from 50 to 100 basis points upon closing.
- No Direct Loan Origination Burden: Focus on core brokerage activities while Thorne CRE manages processing and underwriting.
- Access to Diverse Loan Products: Offer your clients access to conventional, private, bridge, and government-backed loan structures.
How Thorne CRE’s Referral Program Works
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1. Referral Submission
The broker identifies a client requiring financing and submits details through our referral portal or direct contact. Reviewing the 7 steps to secure CRE financing can help prepare your client’s documentation early.
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2. Client Assessment & Proposal
Thorne CRE contacts the client to evaluate their property profile and funding goals, structuring customized proposals across our lender network.
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3. Underwriting & Closing
Our team manages lender negotiations, appraisal logistics, and legal documentation while maintaining clear communication with both broker and client.
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4. Referral Fee Payout
Following loan closing and disbursement, Thorne CRE pays the agreed-upon referral fee within 5 to 7 business days.
Types of Commercial Financing Covered
We provide capital solutions across all major asset classes and financing structures:
- Acquisition & Refinance: Debt solutions for office, industrial, retail, and multifamily assets.
- Bridge Financing: Short-term funding for non-stabilized assets or quick execution, including specialized structures like a commercial real estate bridge loan with SBA exit.
- SBA Loans: Government-backed funding including the SBA 504 loan for owner-occupied commercial real estate as detailed by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical referral fee structure?
Fees generally range from 50 to 100 basis points (0.50% to 1.00%) of the total loan amount, dependent on deal size and product type.
When are referral fees paid?
Referral fees are paid within 5 to 7 business days following the successful loan closing and funding disbursement.
Do I need to be a licensed broker to participate?
While most partners are licensed real estate brokers, attorneys, accountants, and business advisors are also eligible to participate where legally permissible under National Association of Realtors guidelines.