What are the main benefits of networks against indy (in-house) programs?

Networks provide a large spectrum of merchants to choose from. Some offer consolidated payments. That is to say they add your total earnings from all merchants and pay out in one sum.

Networks include:

CommissionJunction.com
BeFree.com
Linkshare.com
ShareaSale.com (Parasitewareâ„¢ Free)

Indy programs usually offer a higher percentage payout per sale as they do not have the associated costs related to belonging to a network. Can be difficult at first for beginners to reach the minimum payout threshold but certainly worth a try if you are willing to persevere. Some in-house programs include 2 tier payouts, that is to say if another webmaster signs up via your links you will receive a percentage of their commission too. Indy programs include:

Amazon.com
Allposters.com
CandlePeople.com
BettyMills.com
Maxbounty.com

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