Realtor Referral Program
Partner With Us.
Earn 1% on Every Project You Refer.
Pacific Crest Design + Build is Southern California’s premier design-build firm for custom homes and major additions starting at $1 million. When your client is ready to build, we make it seamless — for them and for you.
1%
Referral Fee on Total Contract Value
Paid to your broker at project completion · No cap
- 25+ Years Experience
- Licensed General Contractor
- Licensed Architect On Staff
- $1M+ Projects Only
- Serving All of SoCal
The Program
Simple. Transparent. Rewarding.
Our referral program is designed to be effortless for you. Three steps, one signed agreement, and a meaningful fee when your client breaks ground.
01
Register
Complete the registration form below. We will send you a countersigned referral agreement (broker-to-broker, fully compliant with California law and CAR guidelines) within 24 hours.
02
Refer Your Client
Introduce your client to Pacific Crest before their first contact with us. A quick email or call is all it takes. We handle the rest — design, permitting, construction, and delivery.
03
Collect Your Fee
Upon project completion, your brokerage receives 1% of the total construction contract value — paid directly to your broker. On a $2M project, that is a $20,000 referral fee.
Referral Earnings
What Your Referral Is Worth
Pacific Crest specializes exclusively in projects starting at $1 million. Every referral has meaningful earning potential.
| Project Type | Typical Contract Value | Your Referral Fee (1%) |
|---|---|---|
| Major Addition / ADU | $1,000,000 – $1,500,000 | $10,000 – $15,000 |
| Custom Home — Mid-Range | $1,500,000 – $2,500,000 | $15,000 – $25,000 |
| Custom Home — Luxury | $2,500,000 – $4,000,000 | $25,000 – $40,000 |
| Estate / Hillside Build | $4,000,000+ | $40,000+ |
Los Angeles Expertise
The Complexity of Building in LA Demands a Specialist
Building a custom home in Los Angeles is unlike anywhere else in the country. Hillside grading requirements, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) plan check timelines, fire zone regulations, and neighborhood-specific design standards make the permitting process a project in itself.
Pacific Crest Design + Build has spent 25 years mastering the intricacies of building in Los Angeles. Our in-house licensed architect and project managers know how to design for approval, anticipate department comments, and keep your project on schedule — from the first concept meeting to the final inspection.
- Expertise in hillside, canyon, and flat-lot construction throughout LA
- In-house LADBS plan check and permit management
- Familiarity with LA's grading ordinance and soils report requirements
- Strong relationships with city inspectors and plan checkers
- Experience with historic preservation overlay zones (HPOZs)
Why Partner With Us
A Builder Your Clients Will Thank You For
Fully Integrated Team
Architecture, interior design, landscape design, and construction under one roof. Your client has a single point of contact from first sketch to final walkthrough — no coordination headaches.
Fully Integrated Team
Architecture, interior design, landscape design, and construction under one roof. Your client has a single point of contact from first sketch to final walkthrough — no coordination headaches.
Transparent, Fixed-Scope Contracts
Permit Expertise in Every Jurisdiction
Mutual Referral Relationship
$1M+ Projects Only
Our Work
Projects Your Clients Will Be Proud Of
Greenfield Residence
Custom New Build · Westside Los Angeles
Coastal Estate
Custom New Build · Malibu
Rose Avenue Residence
Major Addition & Renovation · Venice
Common Questions
Referral Program FAQ
How is the referral fee paid, and to whom?
The referral fee is paid broker-to-broker, in compliance with California real estate law and CAR guidelines. Pacific Crest will execute a formal broker-to-broker referral agreement with your brokerage. The fee is paid to your broker at project completion, and your broker distributes it to you per your internal compensation agreement. We cannot pay referral fees directly to individual agents.
When exactly is the fee paid?
The referral fee is paid upon project completion — specifically, upon issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy or final sign-off by the relevant building department. For projects with phased completion, we can discuss milestone-based payment structures.
What qualifies as a referral?
What types of projects qualify?
Any new custom home construction, major addition (typically 1,000+ sq ft), or full teardown-and-rebuild with a total construction contract value of $1 million or more qualifies for the referral program. ADUs and smaller remodels are generally below our minimum project threshold.
What areas do you serve?
Pacific Crest serves all of Southern California, with primary focus on the Westside of Los Angeles (Culver City, Brentwood, Bel Air, Pacific Palisades, Venice, Mar Vista, Cheviot Hills, West Hollywood), Santa Monica, the South Bay (Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, El Segundo), and Malibu.
Do you refer clients back to partner agents?
Yes. Many of our clients need to sell their current home before or after completing their build. We maintain an active list of partner agents and make referrals based on geography and client needs. We view this as a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship.
Does my client need to own a lot already?
No. We work with clients at all stages — those who already own a lot, those who are looking to purchase one, and those considering a teardown of an existing home. We can also advise on lot feasibility before a purchase is made.
Join the Program
Register as a Referral Partner
Complete the form below and we will send you a countersigned broker-to-broker referral agreement within one business day.
