Update: I believe the owner has handled this situation with arrogance and intimidation. Yes, we…read moresigned the papers--It doesn't surprise me that he would try to rehash everything publicly rather than take some constructive criticism. I only intended to leave an honest review of our experience with IBA. I stand by my one-star review. As our broker, their job was to represent us and get us the best deal possible--not just push a deal through. The buyers already had their own agent. It became clear that closing the transaction quickly was the priority--not our best interests. That's not just poor service--it's unethical. Mortgage lenders need to know whether they're financing a home or a business. Blurring those lines to push a deal through isn't just questionable--it's potentially harmful. We were not properly represented, and we paid the price for it. I recently posted an honest review about my experience with IBA and noticed they still have a 5-star rating. I probably wouldn't have checked back--except I received a letter from an attorney representing IBA. Here's what it said: "They are chagrined that you posted an online review of IBA suggesting otherwise, and we demand that you remove the review you recently made of IBA NW Business Brokers on Google." To be clear, I shared a truthful account of my own personal experience. I did not name the broker involved, nor did I exaggerate any details. It was a simple, honest, one-star review summarizing what was, for me, a very disappointing experience. I don't appreciate being pressured to remove it. A company that can't accept fair criticism without resorting to legal threats raises serious concerns. There are many business brokers in the Northwest--I'd encourage others to do their research and choose one who values transparency and accountability. Original review: I recently worked with a broker from IBA to sell our business and home together, as the business operated on our property. My daughter and I had one chance to sell the small business we built and dedicated ourselves to for ten years, and unfortunately, we were met with disregard and a lack of respect throughout the entire process. The very first interested buyers ended up purchasing it. While it turned out to be a great deal for them, it was not in our best interest. We felt misled and unsupported from start to finish. If you're a small business owner, I would strongly caution against using this firm. In our experience, their practices were misleading and did not prioritize our needs as sellers.

IBA did a great job helping us sell our business. Selling a business is a long and sometimes…read morestressful process but Vishal Punj did a excellent job of explaining the process. We can't speak highly enough of Vishal and IBA!

After reading Sumeet's Yelp reviews, I had such high hopes. Unfortunately, she has trouble…read moreresponding to prospective clients. My fiancé called and left a voicemail message, which she did not respond to. He called the next day, and she answered and said that she thought she had returned all of her calls. She told him that the best way to reach her was via email. So he conferred with me about scheduling an appointment with her, and then sent her an email. Here we are four days later, and nothing. So frustrating!

Sumeet was bright and very knowledgeable when we finally spoke on the phone. I was looking forward…read moreto working with her, however, she never called back or responded to my email after our initial conversation. Her prices were comparable to others but I wasted time trying to reach her by phone (it took 2 tries) and ultimately I had to find another CPA.

CFO Selections is a great company, very professional, and will help find the right fit for you!read more

From the owner: CFO Selections focuses solely on locating, recruiting, and offering the highest caliber…read moresenior-level talent available. Our experienced consultants and recruiters work together with our clients to generate maximum results. CFO Selections' trusted executives can help your leadership team bridge the gap to profitable growth as we tailor the engagement or search to meet your exact needs. CFO Selections is also a QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions provider and our team of experts can work with you to ensure a smooth transition to an accounting system that meets the needs of your business.

I loved working with Vega while on contract. The staff is great, pay is great, and company parties…read morehave great food. I have moved on since my contract ended, but would love to go back if I was contracting again and the right opportunity is presented.

From the owner: Business Consulting, Tech & Project Management, Marketing Services, Operations & Support, Finance &…read moreIT Services, Direct Placement

The team at Advanced Business Consulting were a game changer for my business. I was struggling with…read morea business plan, my Quickbooks, and process flow. My business plan is now the living document it was intended to be, my Quickbooks looks (and works) so much better and we were able to streamline my sales process. Advanced Business Consulting paid for their work in increased efficiency and happier customers and workers. I would highly recommend Advanced Busoness Consulting to anyone who is struggling with the business side of their business!

From the owner: Our goal is to facilitate the realization of the dream that led our client into starting their own…read morebusiness in the first place, rather than spending all of their time worrying about the daily operations of the business. We believe that business ownership should allow the entrepreneur more freedom to pursue personal goals. We believe that owning and operating a business should not simply be a replacement for a traditional 8-5 job, or worse, replacing an 8-hour work day with a 12-hour one. We believe that owning and operating a business should offer the entrepreneur to spend more time doing the things he or she enjoys, making life happier with less stress. Our solutions create the type of life the client desires. We spend the first few days interviewing our client about the vision and dreams that led to starting the business, and performing a thorough analysis of current business operations. Once we have gathered sufficient data, we develop a plan that will ensure that our client will be able to fulfill the vision, and enable the business to support the dreams, whatever those might be. Every client, and every business is unique. Therefore every solution is custom designed for the specific client. However, we aim to make our solutions affordable to every client.

If you're looking to develop your business, have a chat with Bob. He is great!…read more He takes the time to understand your goals and to see how he may be able to assist. Give Bob a call and see how he may help you solve your challenges!

Bob is a great person to work with. He can help you grow your business and give insight into making…read moreyour business run more efficient and profitable.

There are a lot of choices for a consultant. I chose Amaxra because they are fast to onboard, they…read moreare transparent with their margins. They nag you to get your timesheets in so you get paid quickly. They pay referral fees. You are not thrown out consulting alone, ,they have mentors and experts to help you succeed. Customers and clients of Amaxra respect and value the integrity, passion, and leadership of this womens owned and run business.

From the owner: Lets face it, we love technology, but the technology has to work for you!…read moreWhether you're looking to ramp up sales, boost operations, better enable your employees, or secure your network, Amaxra has the experts and the technical know-how to make it happen. We offer both business-process consulting AND technology consulting so you get the best possible results from any project you take on. That's the Amaxra difference. We're a team of hard working consultants nine years in the making. We staff the very people who manage and write the code for the Microsoft products you use today. What aspect of your business can we help you improve?

Hsuan-Hua is an outstanding business coach and mentor. I've been fortunate enough to retain…read moreHsuan-Hua as an adviser for my business SocialTagg and also as a personal executive coach. She has been an immense help in formulating our strategy, branding, and product direction. She's also very friendly and motivates her students to keep learning! Whether you are a small business owner who needs a comprehensive view of how to run a business or a corporate executive who'd like to learn how to better lead their team, I'd recommend Hsuan-Hua to help you take your business to the next level!

In just 2 brief sessions, and using the EQ test as a tool, Hsuan Hua helped me tremendously and…read morevery patiently to see something I was not quite seeing by myself and which made me shift to my next level. I am very grateful!!

Poor communication, unwilling to explain things regarding some HOA issues, act like a member of…read morethe board at times and then with tough questions of an accounting nature pass the buck to the board.

Would never use again. Communication was terrible via email or phone. I had to call several times…read moreduring the review and didn't get a response. Was estimated to pay $700 for tax services and bill came to $900. Plus they estimated that I would have no tax due and yet, I had a $900 tax bill due. They lost my electronic files. Beware of poor customer service, crappy estimates and the inability to follow through.

My office was..... not in a good place. Even the dog didn't want to go in there. I had about a…read morethousand piles of piles all over the floor and I didn't even know where to start. I'm usually a pretty organized person, but this room had gone so far off the deep end, I froze up every time I even thought about doing something with it. I had so much anxiety about this room and all the stuff in it. Within 4 hours, Katrina had me completely sorted. My wife came in and squealed. My dog came in and took a nap on the floor. I've been working in there and it's a joy again. Katrina. 14/10. Would recommend.

Katrina gave me a method to make intentional room for the activities that truly matter to me. I had…read morebeen overwhelmed by a bunch of stuff accumulated over the years, cluttering shelves, desk and table surfaces. She helped me break down my organization project into small and achievable steps. She attentively listened to my goals and then worked efficiently. She was also very responsive when I first contacted her. I highly recommend her services.