Learn the IB business
Practical, no-hype guides for Introducing Brokers and the brokers who work with them, from the IB2broker team.
What is an Introducing Broker (IB)?
An Introducing Broker (IB) refers traders to a forex or CFD broker and earns a commission. Learn how IBs earn, who becomes one, the rules that apply and how to pick a broker partner.
Getting startedHow to become a forex IB
A practical, step-by-step guide to becoming a forex Introducing Broker in 2026: check the rules, pick a commission model, choose a regulated broker, negotiate terms and grow.
CommissionsCPA vs revenue share vs rebates
Compare the main forex IB commission models (CPA, revenue share, per-lot rebates and hybrid) with worked examples, the questions to ask and which model suits your audience.
Due diligenceHow to check if a forex broker is regulated
A step-by-step guide for IBs and traders to verify a forex or CFD broker's licence on official regulator registers (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, DFSA, FSCA and more) and spot red flags.
For brokersHow forex brokers can find quality IBs
A guide for forex and CFD brokers: the channels for recruiting Introducing Brokers, how to qualify them, red flags, how to design a program IBs want and how to cut acquisition costs.