# Vendor Payout Schedule & Methods

Get paid reliably and on time with Robinson Empire payouts.

## Payout Schedule

### Standard Payouts:
- Payouts initiated after order is **delivered**
- Weekly payouts every **Monday**
- Minimum payout threshold: **$25**

### Payout Timing by Plan:

| Plan | Payout Delay |
|------|--------------|
| Bronze | 7 business days after delivery |
| Silver | 5 business days after delivery |
| Gold | 3 business days after delivery |

## Payout Methods

### Bank Transfer (ACH/Wire) - RECOMMENDED
- Direct deposit to your business bank account
- Free domestic transfers
- Most secure method
- Takes 1-3 business days to arrive
- Available for US vendors

### PayPal
- Instant transfer to PayPal account
- Standard PayPal fees may apply
- Good for international vendors
- Fastest option

### International Bank Transfer
- Available for international vendors
- SWIFT/IBAN transfer
- May have bank fees
- 3-5 business days

## Setting Up Payouts

1. Go to **Settings** > **Payments**
2. Select payout method
3. Enter account details
4. Verify account (may require micro-deposits)
5. Save settings

## Viewing Payouts

- Go to **Finances** > **Payouts**
- View pending and completed payouts
- Download payout statements
- Track individual order payouts

## Payout Statement Includes

- Order details
- Sale amount
- Transaction fees deducted
- Net payout amount
- Processing date

## Failed Payouts

If a payout fails (incorrect account info, closed account, etc.):
- You will be notified via email
- Update your payment information
- Failed amount will be included in next payout

## Tax Documents

- **1099-K** issued for US vendors with $600+ in sales
- Available in January for previous tax year
- Download from **Settings** > **Tax Documents**

## Holding Periods

New vendors may have extended holding periods for the first 90 days as a security measure.

## Minimum Payout Threshold

- $25 minimum for all plans
- Amounts below $25 roll over to next payout period