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At Empire Merchant Funding, we don’t focus only on traditional financial metrics. Our underwriters look at the overall health and potential of your business. We provide funding to a wide variety of industries and credit backgrounds, including individuals who have experienced payment issues in the past. Visit https://www.empiremerchantfunding.com/.


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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been working with Esteban Cascante…

I’ve been working with Esteban Cascante at Empire Merchant Funding for the past 6 months, and my experience has been nothing short of superb. Esteban’s attention to detail, product knowledge, and proactive pursuit to find the best possible option for his client is unparalleled. If you want someone who goes above and beyond for his clients, and treats you like family—contact Esteban at Empire, you’ll thank me!

February 7, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy and satisfied

Very happy and satisfied, with Esteban Cascarte, answer all questions and be on top of my Realtor, making sure everything is in place, I will keep doing business with Prospera, and Esteban.

January 19, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a very pleasant experience at…

I had a very pleasant experience at Empire merchant funding especially services provided by Esteban Cascante. He was very understanding, helpful and gave excellent customer service.
I can't speak highly enough of Esteban.
I will be using this company again next month.

May 1, 2023
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Reply from Empiremerchantfunding

Yordania, thank you very much for your review. It means a lot to us and you are by far one of the most pleasant clients we have had the pleasure to work with. We are ready to assist you anytime!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service!

Esteban was very unprofessional when called out for not doing what he said he would. Called me names and refused to Venmo me the credit he said he would on numerous occasions, then said he would make it a credit on my next transaction. Why would I do another transaction with a company that can’t be upfront and honest??

February 3, 2024
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Reply from Empiremerchantfunding


We hope this message finds you well. First and foremost, we appreciate your taking the time to share your concerns with us. At Empire Merchant Funding, we take customer feedback seriously as it provides valuable insights into areas where we can improve our services.

We would like to address the matter you raised regarding the credit you were offered by Esteban (who is one of our most valuable members and has an impeccable track of good service and an extensive book of business with very happy clients)

Our records indicate that the insurance option you selected was duly accepted by you, as documented in our system. We have taken care to ensure transparency and adherence to the choices made by our clients, and we have the documentation to support this.

Regarding the credit offered to you via Venmo for a payment that was not our responsibility, we had to change our decision and offer it to you on your next transaction instead (we cannot pay for anything related to a loan on your behalf) please understand that this was extended as a gesture of goodwill. While we are not obligated to provide such credits, we believe in fostering positive relationships with our clients and demonstrating our commitment to customer satisfaction.

We understand that the lending process can be intricate, and our team works diligently to facilitate a smooth experience for all our clients. In your case, there were major delays caused by you and we have all the proof of that in texts, emails and chats. It is important to note that the efficiency of our operations is crucial to the success of our business, and delays caused by customers cause major expenses to us that we are sure you are not willing to pay for.

In response to your mention of potential legal action, we want to emphasize that we value open communication and collaboration. Threats of legal action are not conducive to resolving issues amicably and we are more than sure that there was nothing wrong done by Esteban or anyone in our team and your loan was closed successfully. Furthermore, we still have to work more for you about your construction draw but unfortunately due to the insults and threats you sent Esteban via chat, the sms communication was shut down for you. We do not and will never tolerate this type of actions from any client and support Esteban´s decision fully.

You can still contact us toll free at +1-(888) 908-8556 We are committed to finding mutually beneficial solutions and invite you to engage in a constructive dialogue to address any outstanding concerns.

We remain dedicated to serving you and all our clients with the utmost professionalism and diligence. If you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter in more detail, please feel free to reach out to us directly. Again, we will NOT pay the $350 for an insurance that is your responsibility, not ours but are yet willing to give you lower origination fees on your next transaction if that helps. Your satisfaction is of paramount importance to us, and we are here to assist in any way we can.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Sincerely,
The Management Team at Empire Merchant Funding

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Esteban Cascante at Empire Merchant…

Esteban Cascante at Empire Merchant Funding provided me a business line of credit in blazing speed with very reasonable terms and he had several hurdles to jump over but he got the job done. His attention to details and followup are impeccable. He is solution oriented and constantly searching and providing short term and long term answers. He is competent and has power bases he can tap into. You want access to capital that make sense for you and your business, contact Esteban right now. Stop chasing money and chase the vision. With Esteban and Empire Merchant Funding the money will come.

July 25, 2022
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