--- title: "Becoming an Authorized Dealer: Requirements & What’s Changed" description: Thinking about becoming an Authorized Dealer? Learn the requirements, what’s changed since 2015, and how RS&I supports scalable growth. image: http://placehold.it/700x350 --- - [About](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/about-rsi.asp) - Resources \> - [Training](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/training-courses.asp) - [EZ-Marketing](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/ez-marketing.asp) - [Marketing Portal](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/marketingportal.asp) - [Product Catalog](https://www.rsiinc.com/catalog/FullPageCatalog.asp) - [Order Products Online](https://www.rsiinc.com/OE/OE.asp) - [Branch Locations](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/about-rsi.asp#rsi_map) - [Careers](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/careers.asp) - [Contact Us](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/about-rsi.asp#contact-us) - Follow Us Online: - [RS&I Blog](https://blog.rsiinc.com) - [![Icons\_Blue\_Facebook](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/template_assets/Icons_Blue_Facebook.png?width=40&height=40&name=Icons_Blue_Facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/rsidistributor) - [![Instagram](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/template_assets/Icons_Blue_Instagram.png?width=40&height=40&name=Icons_Blue_Instagram.png)](https://www.instagram.com/rsidistributor) - [![LinkedIn](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/template_assets/Icons_Blue_LinkedIn.png?width=40&height=40&name=Icons_Blue_LinkedIn.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/rs%26i) - [![Twitter/X](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Twitter-X-icon_blue.png?width=40&height=40&name=Twitter-X-icon_blue.png)](https://twitter.com/rsidistributor) - [![YouTube](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/YouTube-icon_blue.png?width=40&height=40&name=YouTube-icon_blue.png)](https://www.youtube.com/@rsi6429) - [Log In](https://www.rsiinc.com/home.asp) - Follow Us Online: - [RS&I Blog](https://blog.rsiinc.com) - [![Icons\_Blue\_Facebook](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/template_assets/Icons_Blue_Facebook.png?width=40&height=40&name=Icons_Blue_Facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/rsidistributor) - [![Instagram](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/template_assets/Icons_Blue_Instagram.png?width=40&height=40&name=Icons_Blue_Instagram.png)](https://www.instagram.com/rsidistributor) - [![LinkedIn](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/template_assets/Icons_Blue_LinkedIn.png?width=40&height=40&name=Icons_Blue_LinkedIn.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/rs%26i) - [![Twitter/X](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Twitter-X-icon_blue.png?width=40&height=40&name=Twitter-X-icon_blue.png)](https://twitter.com/rsidistributor) - [![YouTube](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/YouTube-icon_blue.png?width=40&height=40&name=YouTube-icon_blue.png)](https://www.youtube.com/@rsi6429) [![RS&I Logo](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Blog/RSI-logos/RSI-logo-white.png?width=100&height=70&name=RSI-logo-white.png)](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/index.asp) - [Log In](https://www.rsiinc.com/home.asp) ### Keep up with the industry, latest news, and insider tips. ![](http://placehold.it/700x350) # Becoming an Authorized Dealer: Requirements & What’s Changed WRITTEN BY: [RS&I Team](https://blog.rsiinc.com/author/rsi-team) DATE: February 5, 2026 at 11:34 AM ## What You Need to Know Before You Start Becoming an Authorized Dealer is one of the most effective ways to grow a business without starting from scratch. For entrepreneurs and sales professionals looking to sell trusted brands, access established infrastructure, and scale faster, this model continues to be a smart and proven path. [RS&I](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/index.asp) has supported independent dealers for decades, helping business owners enter competitive markets with pinpoint focus, credibility, and support. In fact, we first outlined the fundamentals of becoming an Authorized Dealer back in 2015.While the core requirements remain relevant, the opportunity has expanded significantly since then.   If you’re researching how to become an Authorized Dealer today, here’s what you need to know before getting started.   ## What Does It Mean to Be an Authorized Dealer or Retailer? An Authorized Dealer, sometimes referred to as an Authorized Retailer, is an independent business that is approved to sell products or services on behalf of major national brands. Unlike resellers or affiliates, authorized retailers work directly within official partner programs and receive access to: - Approved products and services - Sales tools and training - Brand credibility and recognition - Structured onboarding and support At RS&I, Authorized Dealers sell in high-demand industries such as wireless, fiber internet, home security, satellite TV, and smart home solutions.   ## Why the Authorized Dealer Model IsStill a Smart Move The Authorized Dealer model continues to grow because it removes many of the barriers that slow down traditional startups. When you become an Authorized Dealer, you avoid: - Building brand trust from zero - Negotiating direct contracts with large providers - Developing products or services yourself Instead, you focus on what matters most: sales, customer relationships, and growth. Demand for telecom, connectivity, and home services has only increased, making this one of the most stable and scalable business opportunities available today.   ## Original Requirements for Becoming an Authorized Retailer In our original 2015 article, What Are the Requirements to Become an Authorized Retailer, we covered the foundational expectations for approval. Those fundamentals still apply and include: - A registered business entity or clear plan to establish one - Valid government-issued identification - Background verification - A basic business plan outlining sales approach and goals - Startup capital to support early operations You can review the original breakdown here: [Authorized Retailer Requirements](https://blog.rsiinc.com/what-are-the-requirements-to-become-an-authorized-retailer) These requirements are designed to protect both the brands being represented and the long-term success of the retailer.   ## What’s Changed Since 2015? While the requirements for becoming an Authorized Dealer haven’t disappeared, the process and opportunities have evolved. ### Lower Barriers to Entry You no longer need a physical storefront to succeed. Many Authorized Dealers now operate through: - Door-to-door sales - Event marketing - Digital advertising - Inside sales or call centers This flexibility allows new retailers to start lean and scale strategically. ### More Product Opportunities Authorized Dealers with RS&I can sell across multiple categories instead of being locked into a single product line. This allows diversification, higher earning potential, and better customer retention. ### Faster Approval and Onboarding With the right documentation in place, the process of becoming an Authorized Dealer can move quickly. Dedicated support teams help guide new partners through setup, training, and launch.   ## What RS&I Looks for in Authorized Dealer Partners Becoming an Authorized Dealer isn’t just about paperwork. RS&I looks for partners who are: - Committed to ethical sales practices - Motivated to grow a real business - Open to coaching and support - Focused on long-term success, not short-term wins This ensures that retailers, customers, and brand partners all benefit from the relationship.   ## Is Becoming an Authorized Retailer Right for You? If you are looking to: - Start a business with proven demand - Expand your current sales operation - Add new revenue streams - Work with nationally recognized brands Then becoming an Authorized Dealer may be the right next step. The best place to start is understanding the requirements, preparing your business foundation, and connecting with a partner who supports growth rather than just approval.   ## Next Steps If you’re serious about becoming an Authorized Dealer, review the original requirements article, prepare your business information, and explore whether RS&I is the right fit for your goals. This model has worked for thousands of independent retailers, and with today’s demand, the opportunity is stronger than ever. Topics: [Authorized Dealer Opportunity](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/authorized-dealer-opportunity), [Dealer Development](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/dealer-development), [Business Growth Strategies](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/business-growth-strategies) ### Recent Posts ### Categories - [Authorized Dealer Opportunity (141)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/authorized-dealer-opportunity) - [Business Growth Strategies (122)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/business-growth-strategies) - [Dealer Development (110)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/dealer-development) - [Marketing Tactics (100)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/marketing-tactics) - [Dealer Download (99)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/dealer-download) - [AT&T (72)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/att) - [Authorized Dealer Programs (61)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/authorized-dealer-programs) - [AT&T Wireless (43)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/att-wireless) - [Business Development (28)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/business-development) - [DISH Products and Services (21)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/dish-products-and-services) - [Fiber Internet (21)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/fiber-internet) - [Entrepreneurship (16)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/entrepreneurship) - [Getting to Know RS&I (15)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/getting-to-know-rsi) - [Labor Shortage (14)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/labor-shortage) - [Authorized Dealer Events (12)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/authorized-dealer-events) - [Business Tips (12)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/business-tips) - [Career Growth (10)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/career-growth) - [T-Mobile (9)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/t-mobile) - [Google Nest (8)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/google-nest) - [Vivint Smart Home (8)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/vivint-smart-home) - [Satellite Internet (7)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/satellite-internet) - [Internet Service (6)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/internet-service) - [Wireless Phones (6)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/wireless-phones) - [AirTV (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/airtv) - [Home Automation (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/home-automation) - [Home Security (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/home-security) - [HughesNet Authorized Retailer (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/hughesnet-authorized-retailer) - [Power of RS&I (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/power-of-rsi) - [Solar (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/solar) - [Wireless (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/wireless) - [gotW3 (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/gotw3) - [HughesNet (4)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/hughesnet) - [Leadership Development (4)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/leadership-development) - [CenturyLink (3)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/centurylink) - [Frontier (3)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/frontier) - [Sprint D2C Authorized Retailer (3)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/sprint-d2c-authorized-retailer) - [Smart Home (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/smart-home) - [#iPhone17 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/iphone17) - [Hughes (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/hughes) - [T-Mobile Authorized Retailer (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/t-mobile-authorized-retailer) - [Tech Industry (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/tech-industry) - [cybersecurity (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/cybersecurity) - [gotspot (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/gotspot) - [iPhone15 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/topic/iphone15) see all ### Archive - [October 2026 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/10) - [September 2026 (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/09) - [August 2026 (7)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/08) - [July 2026 (8)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/07) - [June 2026 (9)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/06) - [May 2026 (9)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/05) - [April 2026 (16)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/04) - [March 2026 (9)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/03) - [February 2026 (10)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/02) - [January 2026 (9)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2026/01) - [December 2025 (7)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2025/12) - [November 2025 (7)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2025/11) - [October 2025 (9)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2025/10) - [September 2025 (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2025/09) - [August 2025 (5)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2025/08) - [January 2025 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2025/01) - [December 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/12) - [November 2024 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/11) - [October 2024 (3)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/10) - [September 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/09) - [August 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/08) - [July 2024 (3)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/07) - [June 2024 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/06) - [May 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/05) - [April 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/04) - [March 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/03) - [February 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/02) - [January 2024 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2024/01) - [December 2023 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/12) - [November 2023 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/11) - [October 2023 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/10) - [September 2023 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/09) - [August 2023 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/08) - [July 2023 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/07) - [June 2023 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/06) - [May 2023 (3)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/05) - [April 2023 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2023/04) - [December 2022 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/12) - [November 2022 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/11) - [September 2022 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/09) - [August 2022 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/08) - [June 2022 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/06) - [May 2022 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/05) - [February 2022 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/02) - [January 2022 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2022/01) - [November 2021 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2021/11) - [October 2021 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2021/10) - [August 2021 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2021/08) - [June 2021 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2021/06) - [April 2021 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2021/04) - [February 2021 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2021/02) - [January 2021 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2021/01) - [December 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/12) - [November 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/11) - [October 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/10) - [September 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/09) - [August 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/08) - [July 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/07) - [June 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/06) - [May 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/05) - [April 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/04) - [March 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/03) - [February 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/02) - [January 2020 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2020/01) - [December 2019 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2019/12) - [August 2019 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2019/08) - [May 2019 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2019/05) - [February 2019 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2019/02) - [January 2019 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2019/01) - [December 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/12) - [November 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/11) - [October 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/10) - [September 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/09) - [August 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/08) - [July 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/07) - [May 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/05) - [April 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/04) - [March 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/03) - [February 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/02) - [January 2018 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2018/01) - [December 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/12) - [November 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/11) - [October 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/10) - [September 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/09) - [August 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/08) - [July 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/07) - [June 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/06) - [May 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/05) - [April 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/04) - [March 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/03) - [February 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/02) - [January 2017 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2017/01) - [December 2016 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/12) - [November 2016 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/11) - [October 2016 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/10) - [September 2016 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/09) - [August 2016 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/08) - [July 2016 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/07) - [June 2016 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/06) - [May 2016 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/05) - [April 2016 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/04) - [March 2016 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/03) - [February 2016 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/02) - [January 2016 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2016/01) - [December 2015 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/12) - [November 2015 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/11) - [October 2015 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/10) - [September 2015 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/09) - [August 2015 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/08) - [July 2015 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/07) - [June 2015 (3)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/06) - [May 2015 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/05) - [April 2015 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/04) - [March 2015 (1)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/03) - [February 2015 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/02) - [January 2015 (2)](https://blog.rsiinc.com/archive/2015/01) see all [View all posts](https://blog.rsiinc.com/all) Ready To Join? Over 2,500 retailers choose RS&I because we offer opportunity. Your next great business venture is just a click away! [Become A Dealer](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/become-a-dealer.asp) It All Starts With The Click Of A Button. It All Starts With The Click Of A Button. [**Branch Locations**](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/about-rsi.asp#rsi_map) [**Contact Us**](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/about-rsi.asp#contact-us) RS&I Corporate Phone Number: **[208.523.5721](tel:+12085235721)** Corporate Headquarters: **[2436 N Woodruff Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83401](https://goo.gl/maps/2k68yAvL3rEJN3uG7)** [Blog](https://blog.rsiinc.com) [Careers](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/careers.asp) [Become A Dealer](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/become-a-retailer.asp) [Share Your Success Story](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/submit-a-testimony.asp) [Social Media Linktree](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/linktree.asp) [Log In](https://www.rsiinc.com/home.asp) [![Facebook](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Facebook.png?width=40&height=40&name=Facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/rsidistributor) [![Instagram](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Instagram.png?width=40&height=40&name=Instagram.png)](https://www.instagram.com/rsidistributor) [![LinkedIn](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LinkedIn.png?width=40&height=40&name=LinkedIn.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/rs%26i) [![TwitterX](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TwitterX.png?width=47&height=47&name=TwitterX.png)](https://twitter.com/rsidistributor) [![YouTube](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/YouTube.png?width=47&height=47&name=YouTube.png)](https://www.youtube.com/@rsi6429) Copyright 2026 RS&I. All rights reserved. [![RS&I Logo](https://blog.rsiinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Blog/RSI-logos/RSI-logo-white.png?width=80&height=56&name=RSI-logo-white.png)](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/index.asp) [Terms of Use](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/terms-of-use.asp) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/privacy-policy.asp) | [Site Map](https://www.rsiinc.com/home/sitemap.asp) ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "RS&I Team", "url" : "https://blog.rsiinc.com/author/rsi-team" }, "dateModified" : "2026-02-05T18:34:16.902Z", "datePublished" : "2026-02-05T18:34:16.000Z", "headline" : "Becoming an Authorized Dealer: Requirements & What’s Changed", "image" : [ "http://placehold.it/700x350" ], "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://blog.rsiinc.com/becoming-an-authorized-dealer-requirements-whats-changed", "@type" : "WebPage" }, "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://blog.rsiinc.com/hubfs/RSI_nogear-20.png" }, "name" : "RS&I Inc." } } ```