Frequently Asked Questions
What is LendingTree?
LendingTree is the most recognized brand in online lending, connecting consumers to a network of lenders who compete for their business. Visitors to our site can submit qualification forms for many different types of loans, including mortgage, refinance, home equity, and auto loans – at no charge to them. LendingTree also offers credit cards and personal loans.
After consumers complete a simple online form, LendingTree's proprietary software matches their loan request, financial profile, geographic locale, and other factors with up to 5 lenders in our network. The lenders deliver real loan offers within in minutes.
To protect the consumer’s personal information, LendingTree maintains a strict privacy policy.
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What are the benefits of the affiliate program?
The LendingTree Affiliate Program lets you provide a relevant service to your visitors and add real value to your site. By offering convenient access to loans, you make it easier for your visitors to buy products and services on your website. And, by partnering with the #1 name in online lending, you increase your credibility and click-through potential.
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Can anyone become an affiliate?
Anyone may submit a membership application for evaluation by LendingTree. However, we reserve the right to refuse any website from participating in the LendingTree Affiliate Program at our sole discretion. Please note: LendingTree will not approve applications from websites that publish inappropriate content, sites that promote unlawful behavior, or international sites.
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How much does it cost to join?
Nothing! It's absolutely free to join the LendingTree Affiliate Program. Affiliates are also free to withdraw at any time simply by sending an email to affiliates@lendingtree.com
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How much do affiliates get paid?
In consideration of the advertising of the LendingTree site provided by the LendingTree links from your affiliate site, LendingTree will pay you an Advertising fee of:
Purchase Leads:
- Group 0 - $0.50
- Group 1 - $1
- Group 2 - $5
- Group 3 - $35
- Group 4 - $70
Refinance Leads:
- Group 0 - $1
- Group 1 - $20
- Group 2 - $35
- Group 3 - $60
- Group 4 - $80
Home Equity Leads:
- Group 0 - $0.75
- Group 1 - $8
- Group 2 - $15
- Group 3 - $35
- Group 4 - $75
How often do members get paid?
LendingTree Affiliates get paid advertising fees monthly. If an affiliate’s revenue for any month (a “Payment Period”) is less than $30, the total amount will be carried to the next month. After an affiliate’s revenue reaches $30 or more, a check will be sent within 30 days of the end of the month.
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How are orders tracked and credited to affiliate sites?
All advertising links from an affiliate’s site to LendingTree.com contain a unique Site ID. Every time a visitor comes to us via the affiliate site, we know to credit them with the click-through or completed qualification form. We require all affiliates to create links using Commission Junction’s Link Generator so that links are tracked correctly.
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Can members of the affiliate program take part in other loan partnership programs?
Yes. This agreement is not exclusive. Our program can stand alone or complement relationships you may have with other online loan centers.
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