Upfront vs Trail Commission for MF Distributors (2026)
Upfront commission is paid when a client makes a new investment (SIP or lump sum). Trail commission is paid periodically on the AUM you have brought. Both form distributor income; trail builds parallel income over time. RevenUmf partners earn both with 0 setup cost and earn from day 1.
Quick comparison
| Upfront | Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| When | On new investment | On AUM, recurring |
| Purpose | Reward acquisition | Reward retention |
Frequently Asked Questions
Upfront vs trail? Upfront on new business; trail on AUM. RevenUmf partners earn from day 1 with 0 setup cost.
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