Hustle Hack #16: How You Get PAID

How Affiliate Payouts Work (Monthly, Net-30, PayPal, etc.)

One of the biggest shocks for new affiliates? You don’t always get paid right away.

Payouts depend on several factors.

Are you a new affiliate with no track record? It will take longer for you to get paid. The seller wants to make sure you're legit - and that the customers you are sending are real.

Does the affiliate have a generous return policy? You might have to wait out that period so they are not trying to claw back money from your payments.

The good news? Most affiliate sellers are pretty clear about their policies. You just need to pay attention and know what you're agreeing to when you sign on to become an affiliate.

Here’s a typical breakdown:

💰 Monthly payouts. Most programs batch payments once a month. Some may also have minimum payouts so if you don't meet the threshold that month, you will get paid the following month. No one wants to send a payment of $23.

💰 Net-30 or Net-60. Some wait 30–60 days before paying you, in case of refunds.

💰 Instant or weekly. A few (like ClickBank or JVZoo) offer faster payouts once you hit a threshold. Once you have a good track record, you can negotiate faster payouts.

💰 Payment methods. PayPal, direct deposit, or checks are the most common. Always check before you sign up.

Don’t rely on instant income. Build a pipeline so commissions keep flowing.

✨ Your Hustle Hack: Treat payouts like a paycheck — plan ahead, know the schedule, and diversify programs so money comes in consistently.

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