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Refer-a-Client Program

Help your clients keep more of what they earn. We handle the planning, you keep the relationship.

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Who This Is For

CPAs, RIAs, attorneys, private bankers, mortgage and real estate professionals, family offices, and founder networks that want a compliant, documentation-first tax planning partner.

CPAs, RIAs, attorneys, private bankers
Mortgage and real estate professionals
Family offices and founder networks
Professionals wanting a compliant tax planning partner
Professional partnership

What a Good Referral Looks Like

Ideal clients who benefit most from our tax planning strategies.

Household Income Above $300k

Or material capital gains or K-1 income

Upcoming Liquidity Events

Equity exercises or asset sales

Charitable Intent

Interest in structured giving

Advisory Coordination

Preference for working with existing advisors

How It Works

A simple, transparent process that respects your client relationships and professional requirements.

1

Enroll

Sign referral agreement and choose compensation option

2

Submit

Send warm intro or use your unique referral link

3

Triage

We confirm fit within one business day

4

Plan

Client receives written plan and execution checklist

5

Track

Status updates via partner portal and email

6

Compensate

Payment per your chosen option once client signs

Compensation Options

Regulations vary by profession and state. Choose the model that fits your rules and ethics.

Referral Fee

Flat or percentage of our engagement fee where permitted by law and professional rules

Subject to regulatory compliance

Client Credit

We reduce the client's invoice by an agreed amount

Benefits your client directly

Charitable Give-Back

We donate a set amount to a qualified 501(c)(3) you name, with receipts

Tax-deductible for us

No-Comp Model

For regulated professionals who prefer no remuneration

Pure professional courtesy

Compliance Note

We do not pay fees that would violate professional conduct rules, fee-splitting restrictions, or any state or federal regulation.

What We Do

Coordinate with your team and document every step
Keep you in the loop with regular status updates
Present as your specialist partner if you prefer
Maintain clear role boundaries in writing

What We Do Not Do

Manage investments or draft legal documents
Solicit your clients for unrelated services
Circumvent your existing client relationships
Pay fees that violate professional conduct rules

Protections for Your Relationship

We respect and protect your existing client relationships with clear boundaries and documentation.

Non-circumvention and non-solicitation language
Clear role boundaries documented in writing
We present as your specialist partner if preferred
Full disclosure to clients about referral arrangements
Professional relationship protection

Simple Intro Script You Can Use

"I work with Stonebridge Tax Advisors on compliant, documentation-first tax planning. They build plans that layer onto your current strategy and coordinate with our team. If you are open to a 20 to 30 minute review, I will connect you."

Ready to Enroll?

Join our network of professional partners and start helping your clients reduce their tax burden.

To Get Started, We Need:

Referral agreement and W-9 or charity details
Your preferred compensation option
Point of contact for status updates

Typical Timeline

Fit Confirmation

1 business day

Written Plan

Within a few days of document receipt

Compensation

Within 10 business days of client payment

Disclosure: Stonebridge Tax Advisors LLC provides strategic tax planning and coordination. We do not provide legal or investment advice. Referral arrangements are offered only where permitted and are fully disclosed to clients.