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BryteBridge Consulting LLCComplaints
Customer Complaints Summary
- 7 total complaints in the last 3 years.
- 1 complaint closed in the last 12 months.
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Initial Complaint
Date:04/02/2025
Type:Product IssuesStatus:ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Complaint:On April 2, 2025, I received an email at my nonprofit organizations email address ***************************** prompting me to file Form 990 for the **** Believing it was an official IRS communication, I clicked the link and submitted the necessary information. It wasnt until after payment that I realized this was not a government website but a third-party service.The fee shown for the filing was $200. Upon completing the form and realizing the mistake, I received an email from the company (BryteBridge) with a cancelation link. I clicked the link immediately to cancel the service, but nothing happened. I tried three separate times to cancel, but each time, my credit card was charged again a total of four times, resulting in $1,000 in pending charges.I immediately contacted my credit card company to dispute and stop the payments. I also emailed the company to explain the situation and asked them to cancel and refund the charges. Initially, they refused and claimed it was too late to cancel. They then sent me a 990 report that was not only inaccurate but included the wrong address and information. I informed them of this error.Eventually, after further correspondence, the company stated that I would receive a refund. However, as of today, I am still waiting for the refund to be processed. I made it clear in my communication that I would file a complaint with the BBB due to the mishandling of the situation, lack of refund compliance and wrong filing information. I am requesting a full refund of the $1,000 in charges and a confirmation that my organizations information was not improperly submitted or shared.Desired Resolution:Full refund of $1,000 Confirmation that any erroneous IRS filing has been withdrawn or corrected Assurance that my organizations information will not be used or misrepresentedCustomer Answer
Date: 04/03/2025
The business has refunded my money and the complaint should be dismissed. Thank youInitial Complaint
Date:04/11/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I neber heard from the company since the took my payment maybe a few emails but promised to hold my hand i am discouraged now and i have called again today they said my rep was busy and would call right back. I jist want my money backBusiness Response
Date: 05/07/2024
Refund request was first received via BBB notification. Client called and left message and then went to BBB shortly after. We do provide a support throughout the process, which starts with a client questionnaire to give us insight into their vision and needs. Client never completed and abandoned the order. We would have simply refunded if allowed time to return call and discuss. A formal complaint was unnecessary. Client was refunded on 4/12 their deposit of $569.50. Client did not pay $1200. We view this as resolved.Customer Answer
Date: 05/18/2024
I agree with the refundInitial Complaint
Date:03/13/2024
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Hello, I contracted ************ initially to do my taxes in 2022, to do my 2021 990-EZ tax filings, to perform tax services. They charged my account two separate transactions of $486.50, totaling over $900. I have called four times today and all four times the number on the website has hung up and said that no one is available. I emailed my prior contact at the company, his names was ********************* ********************************Business Response
Date: 03/14/2024
Hello,
We spoke to client and understand this complaint this was an error and misunderstanding on their part as a third-party was attempting to assist them and did not fully understand the situation. We completed the work for the client in 2022 and provided the documentation to the client. Please see attached. We also do not have any phone issues reported and hundreds of calls received during the day. We would like to ask this complaint to be redacted since it was a client misunderstanding, not a fault or issue with our service. Please see attachment for details.
Customer Answer
Date: 03/20/2024
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Sincerely,
***********************Initial Complaint
Date:06/05/2023
Type:Product IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I hired this company at the beginning of 2021 to reinstate my 501C not-for-profit business, I talked to a lady name Luz for a month sending all the information for the business. emailing back and forth getting the information right. I noticed a few months went by and I did not hear anything from her. I called for a month and no answer I emailed and someone contacted me and said she was going to be my advisor. she asked me for the same information as the last lady All information was given to her. The same as the last person's unanswered emails no return calls. I had to send an email to Mr. Dean who never responded but was eager and answered every email and call when I signed up and had to pay my money. Finally, a Director calls me and states that he is going to work on my stuff he apologized a million times for the mishaps promising that he was going to complete everything. We spoke a few times he sent me documents to sign and I received a letter in the mail from the IRS that things were missing so they could not process this task. The Director emailed me and we scheduled a phone meeting which ended in me owing them 600 dollars for the IRS processing fee but he was going to pay $300 for me. I could not believe the nerve of this man asking for more money when he should have been doing it for free after they dropped the ball on my project I’m furious so I ask for a refund and he sends me all these documents in an email stating this is all the work they did which was not the right business info they were supposed to be reinstating. They said they will only give a $738 refund out of $1753. How is this possible when my work has not been completed and I’m still not reinstated, he says well send us the money and we can get it processed with the IRS. I urge everyone to stay away these people are a rip-off and I have not received any compensation for the money I paid for services.Business Response
Date: 06/07/2023
We are actively trying to
come to a resolution with the client. We wish to provide the BBB with a formal
written response, as we take such matters and our client's trust seriously.
This client's experience is not typical, as we work with over 5000 nonprofits
each year and have very few issues. We certainly understand clients'
frustrations. However, it's important to share and acknowledge the work we do
in partnership and cooperation with our clients; both parties share
responsibility for favorable and unfavorable outcomes. The service the client
ordered from us; we are one of the leaders in this space within the US. We
share only to reflect we know what we are doing regarding said services.
Reinstating a nonprofit is time-consuming, challenging and depends on detailed
information, financials, and cooperation. Once we have everything, we can
complete our part of the reinstatement orders within 30-60 days. Once we have
submitted, the IRS timeline is another 3-9 months, depending on their backlog
and seasonality. However, we cannot fulfill our obligations without excellent
and accurate information. In reviewing the clients compliant, we do acknowledge
there were early communication While we acknowledge communication challenges
due to staff turnover early on, throughout the order, we have been waiting on
critical details; and some of the information provided has shifted/changed,
making it challenging to move throughout the phases of the process or to finalize.
Understanding the Client's Communication Frustration
The
client's frustration with early emails/calls not being returned does have
merit, as we did experience turnover during those months, and the client was
contacting two employees who were no longer with the company. While we could
have better monitored past employees' communication, we offer many other
methods to reach us, including a customer service phone center and an online
ticket system. Additionally, we recently launched new technology and systems to
improve client communication, as emails can get lost, missed, or buried.
Balance, Refund, and Communication
Per
the receipt the client copied in the BBB correspondence, it clearly states,
"IRS Filing Fee is not included in the order. To file your 501c3, the IRS
will require $600.00."
We
do this both verbally at the time of order and on the receipt, as this is the
IRS fee is separate from our fee. We said we would pay half of it in good
faith, viewing it as a form of partial refund and a good gesture.
Lastly,
the client recently asked to terminate the work/relationship. We said we could
do that and issue a partial refund as we have spent numerous time and energy on
this effort, but our concern and preference are to see the work through as if
the client terminates, the position will be awkward for them or another third
party to pick it back up and finish, as there are many moving parts. We are so
close but need cooperation, communication, and partnership to see it through. The length of time to finalize this project hasn’t been due to a lack of
capability or effort on our part
Resolution
We
want to see our work through to ensure the client is in a position of strength.
To be a good partner, we are willing to do a refund and finish our work; the
client will need to pay the IRS their fee. Please look for communication from
management to coordinate the next steps. Alternatively, we will offer a refund
if the client no longer wishes to pursue reinstatement. In that case, we ask
the client to put into writing/email that they are no longer pursuing
reinstatement with the IRS, so we have the documentation they changed their
mind vs. us not being willing to fulfill our obligation. Again, we prefer to
see this through and ensure the client is in good standing with the IRS.Initial Complaint
Date:04/17/2023
Type:Product IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Reached out numerous times as they are not provided the services agreed upon. Nor are they providing any services in a timely and professional manor. We have since requested cancelation and refund of unused assets. After we removed there permission to act on our behave they reached out to state departments and filed paper work with out our express permission and furthermore the information is inaccurate.
Working with this company was intended to be a breath of fresh air but has in fact put us in a situation worse off then we have been in over a decade of existence.Initial Complaint
Date:01/18/2023
Type:Customer Service IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I made an appointment with this company and they started texting me at bizarre times of day - like 6:15 a.m. reminding me of the appointment. However, they didn't keep their appointment. They no showed and they won't respond to me any longer. I wonder why? Is it because my non-profit is to help minorities?Business Response
Date: 03/08/2023
RE:
I made an appointment with
this company and they started texting me at bizarre times of day - like 6:15
a.m. reminding me of the appointment. However, they didn't keep their
appointment. They no showed and they won't respond to me any longer. I wonder
why? Is it because my non-profit is to help minorities?
Hello,
We have investigated this
complaint. While there was an opportunity to handle this better, this should
not be BBB-worthy or something for the permanent record. We do have a problem
with the comment regarding working with minorities. It's not only offensive but
baseless. We are a diverse team, and much of our work is working with and
supporting minority-backed nonprofits. In addition, the person that the meeting
was booked with is also a minority.
We want to respond to the
complaint with supporting facts and let the BBB and readers draw their
conclusions.
Here are our findings. The
client clicked on "Book a meeting consultation" on our website. As
part of this option, users can select text reminders of the appointment. The
system is a ********* system and reminds people a few hours before their
scheduled meeting. See the attached screenshot where the client can choose the
text reminders. The booking system configuration is eastern standard Time. With
the client on Mountain time, we assume this was a mistake as they booked for
9:15 Eastern Time. The company didn't send texts or attempt to bother the
client. The ********* scheduling system sent Automated text reminders based on
clients' preferences.
The book meeting feature is auto
assigned to a representative and booked on their calendar to contact the client
at the scheduled Time.
The consultant assigned to
this meeting called in sick via a team message at 7:19 am. See screenshot. Name
covered to protect team members. Our current scheduling system doesn't have a
master view where we can see and move meetings from a person's calendar. We
believe this is what lead to the misunderstanding. The team member was sick.
Each team member is responsible for rescheduling or reassigning any scheduled
client calls. Due to the team member's illness, the team member missed
reassignment and communication.
In querying all emails in
our company system for anything sent or received from this prospective client,
we found the email below in a general email box. The email was about three
hours after the scheduled meeting. It's quite an allegation when we never
communicated with or met with the client, let alone know who they are. We ask
to have the complaint removed due to the baseless allegations.
Email from client to general
inbox
"I didn't get a call
from anyone. It's really funny how I've made appointments with so many fiscal
sponsors that just don't keep their appointments. It makes me wonder if there's
something unpalatable about a nonprofit that you perceive as serving the ****** ******** ********** You can't even cancel the appointment? You just no show
because you have ZERO respect for ******? "
Final Word
The complaint was a simple
oversight due to a sick employee. We are disappointed judgment was passed so
quickly and with baseless comments, let alone feel compelled it was worthy of a
BBB complaint. We never spoke with client or provided services to them, yet here we are responding to a complaint. Based on clients' email above, it appears other companies burned
them, and we are being lumped in and punished for it.Initial Complaint
Date:12/01/2022
Type:Product IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I purchase 501c3 preparation on March 14, 2022. I completed the questionnaire. I reached out numerous times on the status and they sent me details to log into an account to review the documents. I asked the person working on my file to contact me to talk in person no results. Nothing was file nor completed. I recently reached back out to and the person is no longer with the company. I requested that I get a refund and close my account, it's been months and nothing have been done.Business Response
Date: 12/08/2022
We have reviewed the client's complaint and contacted client directly to resolve. We have issued a full refund.
Upon or review, we see where the miscommunication took place. Client started the work themselves prior to hiring BryteBridge. Upon their order being assigned, the project manager noticed the work the client attempted on their own was done incorrectly with the state. We corrected by filing an amendment, so the client was properly registered at the state. Here is the email our team member sent to client upon filing.
Hi,
I wanted to let you know that I have added you to ShareFile to see the prepared documents.
Before the **** is submitted, we will want to wait for the state approval of the Amendment. The Amendment was filed to add the necessary IRS provisions to your incorporating document.
I will reach out soon when I receive the approval.
Shortly after this email, the project manager who caught the client error and corrected with the state left the company. Unfortunately, they were monitoring the state status and communication to continue monitoring did not occur. All work was done and completed, but final communication never took place This explains why the client wasn't receiving responses, as the project manager was no longer with the company. This was an uncommon and unfortunate event. We since tried to work with client to wrap up the work and help, but ultimately client requested a refund. We honored their wishes and have sent a check by mail on 12/7.
While we are proud of our nonprofit team of experts, mistakes happen. We trust this should resolve this matter and demonstrate good intentions and our responsiveness in addressing client concerns.
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