Affiliate Status

What Does Being an Affiliate Mean?

As a Carolina Country Bling Affiliate, you are an independent business owner, not an employee of Carolina Country Bling.

Affiliates purchase Carolina Country Bling merchandise at a discounted price and resell those products at a retail price of their choosing, earning income through retail profit and commissions.

Affiliate Status & Approval

A person is not considered an Affiliate until:

All required enrollment information has been submitted
Any applicable fees or kit purchases have been completed
The Affiliate account has been officially approved by Carolina Country Bling

Until approval is granted, no individual may represent Carolina Country Bling in any capacity, including:

Promoting products
Accepting payments
Sponsoring or recruiting others

Independent Business & Tax Responsibility

Because Affiliates are self-employed, each Affiliate is responsible for:

Maintaining accurate records of income and expenses
Filing all required local, state, and federal tax returns

Carolina Country Bling does not withhold taxes of any kind.
Affiliates who earn $2,000 or more in commissions or overrides (as of calendar year 2026) will receive a 1099 form, typically issued in January.

Any profits earned through in-person sales, vendor events, or personal transactions are the Affiliate’s responsibility to track and report.

Affiliates are encouraged to consult a qualified tax professional regarding:

Home-based business deductions
Allowable expense write-offs

For additional guidance, please visit www.irs.gov.

Ethical Business Conduct

Affiliates agree to conduct their business with honesty, integrity, and professionalism at all times.

Unlawful, deceptive, or misleading practices — as defined by federal, state, provincial, or municipal laws — are strictly prohibited.

All interactions should reflect courtesy, respect, and Christian business values.

Business Authority & Representation

Affiliates may not:

Enter into contracts on behalf of Carolina Country Bling
Use the Carolina Country Bling name or brand for credit or financing purposes

Affiliates act independently and may not bind the company in any agreement.

Advertising & Branding Guidelines

All marketing materials must clearly identify the Affiliate as independent.

Required format:
Your Name, Affiliate with Carolina Country Bling
(example: Betty Jane, Affiliate with Carolina Country Bling)

This distinction ensures transparency and clarity for customers and prospects.

Carolina Country Bling trade names, logos, brochures, and marketing materials are copyrighted and may not be altered without written approval.

Integrity & Fair Business Practices

Carolina Country Bling is committed to ethical business practices rooted in integrity.