Revised June 19, 2026
The following rate card is applicable only for applications filed in the 2026 Reserved Band NCE FM Translator Filing Window. The regular FM Translator Rate Card will take effect after the license to cover application is granted.
Please note that we are taking a different approach for this filing window compared to previous ones. In this window, we are unbundling the original construction permit and the license applications. Overall, it results in the same rates we charged in the 2023 LPFM filing window ($1,100). We are also not accumulating charges for different "add ons" (such as second/third-adjacent waivers, channel 6 studies, etc.). We are also doing this because of the higher likelihood of mutual exclusivity. This change in the structure reduces the risk in the event that the application is not successful due to the competitive nature of the window.
| Original Construction Permit application - Includes one modification in connection with mutual exclusivity. Does not include the license to cover application post construction. Includes any needed add-ons. | $700.00 |
| License to cover application - Payable when construction is completed and the station is ready to go on the air. Rate only applicable to those who used REC to handle their initial window filing. All others would be charged in accordance with the REC FM Translator Rate Card. | $400.00 |
| Minor modification (not as a result of mutual exclusivity) - Rate only applicable to those who used REC to handle their initial window filing. All others would be charged in accordance with the REC FM Translator Rate Card. | $600.00 |
Market premiums do not apply for these window filings.
Rates are per proposed translator facility. Due to the low rate, there are no multi-application or LPFM discounts offered in this window campaign. These rates are similar to those we charged in the 2023 LPFM filing window campaign but are structured differently.
REC Terms and Conditions specific to this filing window
"Documents only" (wholesale) requests
REC will only be accepting wholesale requests from bona-fide consultants engaged in owning their clients. Our wholesale fees will be individually negotiated with the consultant. In those cases, REC does not "own" the client, but will be able to provide additional services upon request of the client at the regular REC FM Translator Rate Card prices.
No refund policy
Broadcast applications filed are subject to grant at the discretion of the FCC following existing law, regulations, policies, and precedence. Applications may also be subject to competition. By using REC, you cannot be guaranteed a grant of the application as that action is at the discretion of the FCC and out of our control. As such, REC will not provide any refunds in the event of applications that get dismissed or for any other reason. It is REC's policy to not collect money unless we know that the application in grantable on its face. Other factors, such as competing applications, information not disclosed to REC at the time of the transaction, informal objections and petitions to deny, interference claims and not constructing per the terms of the authorization may result in an application dismissal
Pre-pay policy
Services requested by entities, other than public sector entities and W-9 requests will require payment in advance of filing services. While we may start preparation of materials prior to payment, no disclosure of those materials nor any filing may take place until payment is received. REC may waive the pre-pay policy on a case by case basis depending on past relationships with the requesting entity.
Public sector and major private sector entities needing a W-9 form
Requests for these entities will be handled by Michelle Bradley, as an individual and not REC Networks as an unincorporated entity. A purchase order is required. Invoice will be issued after filing of the initial application and is due upon receipt. Requests requiring a W-9 and/or a purchase order are subject to a base rate at 120% of what is shown on the rate card or the market premium rate, whichever is higher.
Amendments and Changes / Mutual Exclusivity
Once an application is filed through REC and an amendment is requested to make changes to exhibits is considered a modification and will be billed at the $600 rate. This does not include one amendment with exhibits that needs to be made in cases where the application has been declared mutually exclusive and is filed during any FCC designated period for filing such amendments.
Very minor amendments specifically requested by FCC Staff in order to move the application to a grantable state will, in many cases, not incur any additional REC fees.
LPFM subsidies / REC client status stations
Due to the rates being made artificially low due to our current income limitations, we are not offering a separate LPFM rate or REC client discounts with this offering. The rates shown reflect up to a 27% discount for what we would have normally charged if the situation ($1,500 plus add ons, with a likely LPFM rate of $1,200 plus add ons) if the application was granted and up to a 54% discount if the application was unsuccessful (because a subsequent license applicaiton would not be filed).
REC policy on pleadings
Pleadings can include filings such as Petitions to Deny, Informal Objections, Petitions for Reconsideration and Applications for Review as well as all responsive pleadings (i.e. Oppositions and Replies). REC Networks has no practicing attorneys on staff. We must decline any request from an applicant or another party to file a pleading of any type, especially in return for consideration as this would be considered practicing law without a license.
REC can, on our own accord, file an Informal Objection and a responsive Reply in cases, where on the determination of REC, has a national impact of the broadcast service as a whole. These types of pleadings would originate under the banner of REC Networks and cannot be requested by any other person. REC cannot make any formal filings (such as Petitions to Deny, Petitions for Reconsideration or Applications for Review) as we do not have standing to make those types of pleadings.
REC strongly recommends that when pleadings are necessary, that the services of a qualified attorney who specializes in Federal Communications Commission regulations and laws be retained. REC can refer any person needing legal assistance to a qualified attorney.
"The advice is free" policy
REC provides advice to broadcasters and potential broadcasters all the time through our websites, through email and live telephone conversation. REC normally provides this information at no cost. REC reserves the right to limit the information provided, especially in cases where providing such information would conflict with a paid service. An example is channel availability. While we may provide "yes/no" answers on availability, we may not always disclose channel numbers or maximum effective radiated powers. Existing LPFM stations can also use exclusive resources such as myLPFM in order to obtain some information regarding available channels and move potential.
At REC, the advice is free. If you feel that it is worth more, please feel free to send us a donation. Donations received through this method are not invoiced and therefore do not go towards a station's client spend amount.
Payment policy
With the exception of purchase orders by public sector and select private sector applicants, REC will send an invoice using PayPal as the service provider. The station is not required to have a PayPal account. The system will accept a major credit or debit card as well as PayPal balance for payment.
Those who wish to pay by check, as well as all payments that involve purchase orders, must make their check payable to "Michelle Bradley" (do not make it out to REC) and then mail it to:
Michelle Bradley
11541 Riverton Wharf Rd.
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
