Last updated: March 20, 2026 · Effective immediately upon publication
Short version: Some links on AbandonedAssetsOS lead to products or services from which we earn a commission if you make a purchase. This costs you nothing extra. Our editorial recommendations are based on merit, not commission rates.
What Is Affiliate Marketing?
Affiliate marketing is an arrangement in which a website (us) earns a commission by promoting or linking to the products or services of another company (our affiliate partners). When a user clicks an affiliate link on our platform and subsequently makes a purchase or completes a qualifying action, we receive a small percentage of that transaction as compensation.
This is a widely used and FTC-recognized method of monetizing online content. The Federal Trade Commission's Endorsement Guides (16 C.F.R. Part 255) require that we clearly and conspicuously disclose any material connection between us and any company or product we promote.
How We Earn Commissions
We may earn a commission when you:
- Click an affiliate link and make a purchase within the partner's attribution window (typically 24–90 days)
- Sign up for a service through a referral link we provide
- Complete a qualifying action such as requesting a quote or submitting a lead form
Commission rates vary by partner and product category. We do not receive higher placements or preferential editorial treatment in exchange for commissions — all recommendations are based on our independent assessment of quality, relevance, and value to our users.
Our Editorial Independence
Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial recommendations. The products and services we recommend are chosen because we genuinely believe they provide value to real estate investors, wholesalers, and property managers using our platform. If a product has affiliate links available and we wouldn't recommend it independently, we do not include it.
We may decline affiliate relationships with companies whose products we cannot endorse in good conscience, even when the commission opportunity would be significant.
Affiliate Partners Directory
The following table lists our current affiliate relationships. This list is updated as partnerships are added or removed.
| Partner | Category | Commission Type | Disclosure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Associates | Supplies & Tools | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
| Home Depot Pro | Lumber & Materials | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
| Lowe's | Home Improvement | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
| Harbor Freight Tools | Tools & Equipment | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
| Floor & Decor | Flooring Materials | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
| Sherwin-Williams | Paint & Coatings | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
| Ferguson | Plumbing & HVAC | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
| Menards | Building Materials | % of sale | Affiliate Link |
Where You'll See Affiliate Links
Affiliate links and recommendations may appear in the following locations on our platform:
Supply Marketplace
Product listings for rehab supplies and materials link to affiliate partner stores.
Rehab Estimator
Supply recommendations generated by the cost estimator may include affiliate links to purchase those items.
Deals of the Day
Product recommendations in the Deals section may include affiliate-linked items.
Tool Tracker
Equipment and tool listings in the tracker may link to affiliate partners for purchase or rental.
Calculator Supply Estimates
Cost calculators that generate supply lists may include links to affiliated suppliers for procurement.
FTC Compliance Statement
This disclosure is placed conspicuously, above the fold, on all pages of AbandonedAssetsOS that contain affiliate links, in compliance with the FTC's Endorsement Guides (16 C.F.R. Part 255). Failure to comply with FTC disclosure requirements carries civil penalties of up to $51,744 per violation (2026 adjusted rate). We take these obligations seriously and maintain this disclosure in good faith.
Your Choices
You are never required to use an affiliate link. You may always navigate directly to any partner's website to make purchases without generating a commission for us. Using or avoiding our affiliate links does not affect your access to platform features or the quality of our service to you.