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  • Report:  #450753

Complaint Review: Business Alliance Inc. - Seattle Washington

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- Los Angeles, California,
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Business Alliance Inc.
Columbia Center, 701 Fifth Ave, Suite 3510 Seattle, 98104 Washington, United States of America
Phone:
800-557-4850
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Rip-off Report Investigation: Editors UPDATE: Rip-off Report Investigation - Business Alliance, Inc. is a credible and professional organization dedicated to serving their clients needs. The investigation by Ripoff Reports determined that the allegations leveled against Business Alliance, Inc. were unfounded and unsubstantiated. Business Alliance contacted Rip-off Report and asked us to check into this matter and check into the history of their company. The company has a stellar reputation and 18 years experience as the largest franchise brokerage group in the industry. Positive Rating and Recognition has been given to Business Alliance, Inc. for its Commitment to Excellence in customer service. Rip-off Reports investigation of Business Alliance uncovers an ongoing commitment to total client satisfaction. This means that clients can expect the company will always work towards finding a mutually satisfactory resolution to any complaints or concerns. Business Alliance listens carefully to client concerns and sees them as an opportunity to learn from past mistakes and become more efficient as a company in the products and services they offer and the support for the services. One top executive of the company stated to Rip-off Report, that Business Alliance corporate philosophy is based on the premise that we strive to provide the largest catalogue of quality franchise partners of any franchise brokerage group in the world, as well as full training and support of its Affiliates in a multitude of formats that are easily accessible to the Affiliates." In simpler terms, they are constantly looking for ways to make their Affiliates more successful by implementing cutting edge resourcs and backing them up with training and support. Rip-off Report has confirmed that Business Alliance takes quality control very seriously. Business Alliance has recently put a lot of effort into ramping up its support team and client relation processes , including a new dynamic intranet website where the Affiliates can access webinars, conference calls, online catatogue of franchise partners, calendar of upcoming events, and a database with more than 2500 franshises. Recorded versions of the advanced training calls are also available on the intranet website. In sum, Business Alliance provides comprehensive training and tools, as well as an excellent ongoing support network for its Affiliates. Rip-off Report was pleased to learn that the companys past and current approach to business is focused on its pledge to total commitment towards client satisfaction. Business Alliance recognizes that complaints posted on Rip-off Report (true or not) are issues that need to be addressed and if handled correctly can be valuable learning opportunities. With the feedback generated by Rip-off Reports Investigation Business Alliance has made organizational changes allowing their clients a more streamlined approach to problem resolution and a total overall commitment to customer experience. In summary, after our investigation, which included discussions with Business Alliance Senior Management, Rip-off Report is convinced that the company has been and is committed to quality delivery of services resulting in total client satisfaction. Read about Business Alliance, Inc. .. see their websites and the services they have to offer.. . Read more Business Alliance, Inc. Commitment to Excellence and Total Consumer Satisfaction and why consumers should feel safe, confident and secure when doing business with a member of Rip-off Report''s Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation & Customer Satisfaction Program. ..yes, a long name for a program that does a lot for both consumers and businesses alike. Read about Rip-off Report Corporate Advocacy Business Remediation & Customer Satisfaction Program,..A program that benefits the consumer, assures them of complete satisfaction and confidence when doing business with a member business. this program works. ===================== NOW TO THE ORIGINAL REPORT THAT WAS FILED =====================

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EDitors NOTE: The Authors of the Report below never responded to our email to assist them. ======================================== Business Alliance Inc., John Tittle, Dan Prechtel, John Hodges, Mike Reis Business Alliance Destroyed My Livelihood and 401(k)...Such Lies, Such Fraud , Seattle, WA Seattle Washington I was downsized from my corporate job in September of 2008, I had a severence package that lasted until December 31. I have always wanted to be my own boss, so I was glad to be downsized; it pushed me to act on this long time dream. I visited a number of sites dealing with businesses and franchises. I went to a number of franchise sites and started to study the various options, somehow I see an Ad claiming "The Perfect Business", it is a great looking business; work from home, executive pay, freedom, set your own schedule etc. Sounded way to good to be true, but I applied anyway. I got a call from this guy Mike Reis telling me about how he was referred my name and that he was a franchise broker himself earning a multiple six figures. I asked him how he got his leads, he said he gets referrals from CPA''s, Attorneys etc. I thought that was smart and wanted to do the same one day. He was very smooth, telling me that the market was so big and Business Alliance Inc. was selling so many franchises, they needed more brokers to meet the demand. I asked to get more information, he sent me the link to the site and told me to call John Tittle. I called John Tittle and got the same type information. I asked if anyone fails with Business Alliance, Inc. he delayed for several seconds as if thinking, then answered not that he can remember. Most brokers leave to become franchise owners or work for the franchise company. Very few actually don''t stay with them. He mentioned calling a number of brokers to verify the information he gave and emailed a list of 12 people and a license agreement to review. He was very convencing, trusting but something was not right. Mike Reis called back each week like clockwork...Just checking in, "oh we had a number of sales this week" great commissions, you are missing out by waiting. I called everyone on the list. Dan Prechtel told me he was semi retired, doing some training and selling franchises part time. He mentioned that he has been doing this for 25 years and it was a true great legitimate business. Later I learned, he sold the business to John Tittle and stayed with them until he was fully paid. The other people of the list were all singing the praises of Business Alliance, working 15 to 20 hours a week, making $250,000 per year. Wow, who wouldn''t want that, right? I asked to see the franchise listings, they refused, I asked to talk with there best franchise company on the list, they refused. I should have known then this was a con game, but Mike Reis called and smoothed it all over saying "Our franchise partners can''t be distracted or harrassed by non affiliates" It all sounded logical, so I moved forward. At training, I was told to buy internet leads, work real hard and make a ton of money. I did all that was asked at training, I spent $50,000 worth of my 401k on leads, not one sale...all had been called multiple times and many of the leads never inquired about buying a franchise. I talked to John Hodges, he sent me to Peter Casey and all of them told me I was not working hard enough. I was in my office from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday thru Friday, ( I had to make this business work) not one sale. Meanwhile I called Mike Reis to get advice, he never returned my call. John Tittle hung up on me and Dan Prechtel talked to me briefly, then asked me to hold and never came back on the line. I have spent $95,000 in total cost without anyone close to buying a franchise. I could have done so many other things. Please anyone talking to them, do yourself a great favor, run away from them.......They are criminals, they stole my money, my valuable time, my self esteem and lastly cost me my marriage. I have spoken the State of California Attorney General''s Office, they tell me they are investigating them now. I want my money back now.....lies and cheats all of them. work business, quick money, system, financials, list of franchises, Business Alliance, works, business, franchises, franchise, franchisor, franchisee, license, agreement, earn money, accent, working, buy a business, Sick and Tired of Being Taken Advantage of!!! Los Angeles, California U.S.A.


4 Updates & Rebuttals

Dave

Eden Prairie,
Minnesota,
U.S.A.
The Person who claimed he has been scammed appears to be correct.

#2Consumer Comment

Sat, July 18, 2009

I looked into this company and business opportunity quite thoroughly(I am a person who has owned 2 companies and sold both at substantial gain)and I must agree with the complainant that it is a scam to get your $19,900 check. The names on their so-called referral list of counselors they give perspective investors appear to be plants. When talking to these people on the list they all seem to be selling you on investing with the companyand sing a universal tale about how they all are making multi-six figure incomes. However, when you try to pin them down on what franchisors they work with mostly, they are alarmingly evasive. In truth most of the names on the list don't have listed phone numbers in their local directory. When talking to many large franchise companies,100% of them either told me they never had heard or done business with Business Alliance inc. or the few that had told me to be very careful and that Business Alliance Inc. is not an organization they would do any business with. The gentleman who claims to be a franchise attorney "not affiliated" with Business Alliance inc. but staunchly supports them on all the complaints on the web appears also to be a company plant. Why else would a supposed attorney with no connection to the company be searching web sites for complaints against Business Alliance inc.and responding like a company shill? Contrarily I have no axe to grind against this company since I did my due dilligence and did not lose 1 nickel and have no qualms putting my ph# of 952-974-0996 or email address of [email protected] if anyone wants to contact me to learn more about what else my investigation of Business Alliance, inc. turned up.


Tom Branch, Atlanta, Ga

Atlanta,
Georgia,
U.S.A.
Response to this Report

#3Consumer Comment

Wed, July 15, 2009

Please disregard the other rebuttals I filed under this report. I was new to this system, and they were partial responses that were filed by mistake. Below is the complete response. I am a franchise attorney in Atlanta and, while I do not currently represent Business Alliance, I have worked professionally with both Mike and Dan, and am very familiar with Business Alliance. Business Alliance has been around for many years, and many of its brokers do very well. I know that many reputable franchises sell through Business Alliance, including some of my franchisor clients. Unfortunately, in every business there are people who do not follow the system and then blame others instead of taking responsibility themselves. It is actually very impressive that there are so few complaints, considering that the company and these individuals have been in business for so many years. In fact, there are actually no valid complaints against them, because we have learned that the reports on this site have been fabricated by one of the competitors to try to discredit them, since they have been unable to successfully compete against them. Lastly, I know Dan and Mike to be men of integrity and know that they are both very experienced in the field of franchising. I did not want the negative posting to go unanswered and wanted to give my heartfelt endorsement of Mike and Dan, as well as Business Alliance. Tom Branch, Atlanta, Georgia.


Tom Branch, Atlanta, Ga

Atlanta,
Georgia,
U.S.A.
Rebuttal to Business Alliance Report

#4Consumer Comment

Tue, July 14, 2009

I'm a franchise attorney in Atlanta and, while I do not currently represent Business Alliance, I have worked professionally with both Mike and Dan, and am very familiar with Business Alliance. Business Alliance has been around for many years, and many of its brokers do very well. I know that many reputable franchises sell through Business Alliance, including some of my franchisor clients. I know Dan and Mike to be men of the highest integrity and know that they are both very experienced in the field of franchising. I did not want this negative posting to go unanswered and wanted to give my heartfelt endorsement of Mike and Dan, as well as Business Alliance. Tom Branch, Atlanta Georgia.


Tom Branch, Atlanta, Ga

Atlanta,
Georgia,
U.S.A.
Response to this Report

#5Consumer Comment

Tue, July 14, 2009

I'm a franchise attorney in Atlanta and, while I do not currently represent Business Alliance, I have worked professionally with both Mike and Dan, and am very familiar with Business Alliance. Business Alliance has been around for many years, and many of its brokers do very well. I know that many reputable franchises sell through Business Alliance, including some of my franchisor clients. I know Dan and Mike to be men of the highest integrity and know that they are both very experienced in the field of franchising. I did not want this negative posting to go unanswered and wanted to give my heartfelt endorsement of Mike and Dan, as well as Business Alliance. Tom Branch, Atlanta Georgia.

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