What is the number?  Were you able to contact them and get your money back?

I was contacted by Pinnacle Finance and they said I was approved for a $10000 loan. They sent me a contract to sign and asked me to fax them the signed contract as well as other information (pay stubs, drivers license, SSN card, account information). The contract talks about the insurance of either $750 or $1500 and I thought it was kinda strange they wanted me to pay this upfront, but I was told by Lauren Hall (1-800-597-0417 x 4068) that it was because of my credit they needed the payment upfront to release the loan and to send it via GreenDot MoneyPak. I tried to do my research and didn't find anything on them, so I went ahead and gave them the money. She promised that the money would be deposited in my account after 3pm on Friday and I have not seen it yet. I tried to email her on that Friday and my emails bounced back saying they were spam. I emailed her from another address and called twice today and nothing. Now I get an email from the Accounting Department (Alex Mithers) which says that they have my loan file now and let them know a good time for them to contact me. I guess this will be the pitch for another $750 to release the loan.

I spoke with Alex Mithers (ext. 8123) from the Accounting Department today and sure enough - he says they use a 3rd party insurance company and the insurance company wanted $1500 dollars instead of $750 dollars to secure the $10,000 loan and release the funds. He said he negotiated the amount down to $1000, so I only need to pay an additional $250 dollars to satisfy the insurance payment and have the funds released. I told them I am not paying any more money for "insurance" and either they can reduce the amount of the loan to $5000 so that the $750 insurance payment I already paid would be enough to cover the "insurance" for that amount, or I want a refund of my insurance money since I am not getting the loan. He said he would start processing the decreased loan amount of $5000 dollars and get back to me.  I never heard from them again and have not been able to get them on the phone again.  Do NOT give these people your money - their website is www.pinnfingroup.com - this is a scam and they will take your money and you will not get a loan.

they called me too ...Joyce ....I could not find anything on them either and they even have a rating on the BBB,,, I wonder if they are using someone elses company name
the address and phone number matches and they are registered with the NC secretary of state,
I wonder too if they went through all of this to just make it seem legit...

my wife and I were taken just this past week , promise of only 750.00, by Karen reeves, then another 750.00 for insurance the money never showed up when called again ,oh we need another 500.00 and another 500,00 for closing cost needless to say it was to late after the 1500 was given the number was Google and  we had found this page ,, so now out 1500 dollars and knowing we are never getting it back, and the sad part is someone is being scammed now , Better business has been called ,but they confirmed what we k new and they are being investigated

we were fooled by her also 1500, and they are doing it to someone now

my wife and I were taken for 1500, also just this past week , sad part is they are doing it to some one else now

They got me too. Was approved for a $12,500 loan and paid $1165 up front for the "loan protection insurance" with a green dot money pal. When the funds weren't I'm my acct in 48 hours I called Brittany Haynes ext. 6046 back , she said accounting required another $750, I said absolutely not and requested a refund of the $1165 I paid. She said she would submit the refund and I would receive it in 24 hours. Again BS never received it. Now I can't reach anyone. Only get voicemail.

Im glad you didnt fall for it.

Call me i was taken as well got a number u might want as well 509-362-5693

I have been taken as well for 990.00 call me plz i have a number for you as well 509 362 5693.

Hey give me a call have number for you to contact if you sent them money.  509 362 5693 asap.
I have been taken to for 990.00.

I was caught up in this scam as well Lauren Hall, Joyce tyler and alex mithers as well they took me for 990.00 their number is 1-800-597-0417 ex. 4068, 4057, 8123. Please give me a call i have number ypu might want we need everyone that has been scamed on loan. 509362 5693 asap.

this number has called many times, no messages left.

I too was contacted by these fools I was searching for a personal loan and they sent me the same line of crap green dot money this get that and thank god I found this site first bc I was about to send them the 750 for the fake insuance for the loan the ladie I spoke with was cristine Yates a made up name I am sure if we all have the adress to the suspected company and the fake phone number and emails ect why can't anything be done to these fake scammers I have a letter of garente from them all my contracts I've sent the my dl ssc number and a pay stub and will probably go through some kind of identity theft can a lawyer help their office is based in nc and I've read ratings from the bbb confirming the adress and phone number something can and will be done !!

You are not the only one to fall for this scheme - I believe I've been had as well!  I was contacted by Pinnacle Finance and they said I was approved for a $10000 loan.  They sent me a contract to sign and asked me to fax them the signed contract as well as other information (pay stubs, drivers license, SSN card, account information).  The contract talks about the insurance of either $750 or $1500 and I thought it was kinda strange they wanted me to pay this upfront, but I was told by Lauren Hall that it was because of my credit they needed the payment upfront to release the loan and to send it via GreenDot MoneyPak.  I tried to do my research and didn't find anything on them, so I went ahead and gave them the money.  She promised that the money would be deposited in my account after 3pm on Friday and I have not seen it yet.  I tried to email her on that Friday and my emails bounced back saying they were spam.  I emailed her from another address and called twice today and nothing.  Now I get an email from the Accounting Department (Alex Mithers) which says that they have my loan file now and let them know a good time for them to contact me.  I guess this will be the pitch for another $750 to release the loan - thank goodness I found this entry!  Unfortunately, I've given them my personal information, so I will need to take steps to protect myself, starting with my bank account.  I will also file a complaint with the FTC and post as much as possible about my experience so that this will not happen to others.

Advance-Fee Loan Scams: ?Easy? Cash Offers Teach Hard Lessons

Looking for a loan or credit card but don?t think you?ll qualify? Turned down by a bank because of your poor credit history?

You may be tempted by ads and websites that guarantee loans or credit cards, regardless of your credit history. The catch comes when you apply for the loan or credit card and find out you have to pay a fee in advance. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation?s consumer protection agency, that could be a tip-off to a rip-off. If you?re asked to pay a fee for the promise of a loan or credit card, you can count on the fact that you?re dealing with a scam artist. More than likely, you?ll get an application, or a stored value or debit card, instead of the loan or credit card.

The Signs of an Advance-Fee Loan Scam
The FTC says some red flags can tip you off to scam artists? tricks. For example:

A lender who isn?t interested in your credit history. A lender may offer loans or credit cards for many purposes ? for example, so a borrower can start a business or consolidate bill payments. But one who doesn?t care about your credit record should give you cause for concern. Ads that say ?Bad credit? No problem? or ?We don?t care about your past. You deserve a loan? or ?Get money fast? or even ?No hassle ? guaranteed? often indicate a scam.

Banks and other legitimate lenders generally evaluate creditworthiness and confirm the information in an application before they guarantee firm offers of credit ? even to creditworthy consumers.
Fees that are not disclosed clearly or prominently. Scam lenders may say you?ve been approved for a loan, then call or email demanding a fee before you can get the money. Any up-front fee that the lender wants to collect before granting the loan is a cue to walk away, especially if you?re told it?s for ?insurance,? ?processing,? or just ?paperwork.?

Legitimate lenders often charge application, appraisal, or credit report fees. The differences? They disclose their fees clearly and prominently; they take their fees from the amount you borrow; and the fees usually are paid to the lender or broker after the loan is approved.

It?s also a warning sign if a lender says they won?t check your credit history, yet asks for your personal information, such as your Social Security number or bank account number. They may use your information to debit your bank account to pay a fee they?re hiding.

A loan that is offered by phone. It is illegal for companies doing business in the U.S. by phone to promise you a loan and ask you to pay for it before they deliver.

A lender who uses a copy-cat or wanna-be name. Crooks give their companies names that sound like well-known or respected organizations and create websites that look slick. Some scam artists have pretended to be the Better Business Bureau or another reputable organization, and some even produce forged paperwork or pay people to pretend to be references. Always get a company?s phone number from the phone book or directory assistance, and call to check they are who they say they are. Get a physical address, too: a company that advertises a PO Box as its address is one to check out with the appropriate authorities.

A lender who is not registered in your state. Lenders and loan brokers are required to register in the states where they do business. To check registration, call your state Attorney General?s office or your state?s Department of Banking or Financial Regulation. Checking registration does not guarantee that you will be happy with a lender, but it helps weed out the crooks.

A lender who asks you to wire money or pay an individual. Don?t make a payment for a loan or credit card directly to an individual; legitimate lenders don?t ask anyone to do that. In addition, don?t use a wire transfer service or send money orders for a loan. You have little recourse if there?s a problem with a wire transaction, and legitimate lenders don?t pressure their customers to wire funds.

Finally, just because you?ve received a slick promotion, seen an ad for a loan in a prominent place in your neighborhood or in your newspaper, on television or on the Internet, or heard one on the radio, don?t assume it?s a good deal ? or even legitimate. Scam artists like to operate on the premise of legitimacy by association, so it?s really important to do your homework.

Finding Low-Cost Help for Credit Problems

If you have debt problems, try to solve them with your creditors as soon as you realize you won?t be able to make your payments. If you can?t resolve the problems yourself or need help to do it, you may want to contact a credit counseling service. Nonprofit organizations in every state counsel and educate people and families on debt problems, budgeting, and using credit wisely. Often, these services are low- or no-cost. Universities, military bases, credit unions, and housing authorities also may offer low- or no-cost credit counseling programs. To learn more about dealing with debt, including how to select a credit counseling service, visit ftc.gov/credit.

Where to Complain

If you think you?ve had an experience with an advance-fee loan scam, report it to the FTC.

The FTC works to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices in the marketplace and to provide information to help consumers spot, stop and avoid them. To file a complaint or get free information on consumer issues, visit ftc.gov or call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357); TTY: 1-866-653-4261. Watch a video, How to File a Complaint, at ftc.gov/video to learn more. The FTC enters consumer complaints into the Consumer Sentinel Network, a secure online database and investigative tool used by hundreds of civil and criminal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and abroad.

http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/telemarketing/tel16.shtm

This is a scam, and I was stupid enough to fall for it! Please don't give these people any money as they will not give you a loan but will take your money and make off with it. I was dealing with Karen Reeves at this company and they tell you that you have to pay $750 in insurance using a Green Dot Money Pak card to get he loan. They promise to get it out to you the same business day. Then when the money isn't there thy tell you that based on your credit score you have to provide them with another $750 for the loan to be released. Once you do this they will disappear on you with your mony. Please don't be a fool like me and don't give them any money or personal information.

They called my cell also.