Evaluating Broker Reputation
Your reputation is tied to the brokers you promote. A bad broker recommendation can destroy years of trust.
Where to Check Reputation
Trustpilot — Look for 4.0+ with 500+ reviewsForexPeaceArmy — Detailed trader reviews, scam alertsReddit (r/forex, r/ForexBrokers) — Unfiltered opinionsGoogle "[broker] withdrawal problems" — The real testAsk other IBs — The IB community knows who pays on timeGreen Flags ✅
Consistent 4+ star ratings across platformsFast withdrawal processing (under 24 hours)Active social media with engaged communityTransparent fee structureRegular platform updatesResponsive customer supportRed Flags 🚩
Many complaints about withdrawal delaysFake 5-star reviews (generic, posted in batches)Aggressive "deposit bonus" marketingNo physical office addressFrequent platform outagesIBs reporting late commission paymentsThe Withdrawal Test
Before promoting any broker:
Open an account with your own money ($200-500)Make a few tradesRequest a full withdrawalTime how long it takesNote any issues or unexpected feesIf you wouldn't trust them with your own money, don't send clients there.
Client Retention Check
A broker that retains clients longer = more revenue share and rebate income for you.
Check:
Platform quality (MT4/MT5, proprietary)Spread competitivenessCustomer support qualityEducational resourcesTrading conditions (execution speed, slippage)