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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When I first heard about Integrity First Funding and their approach to improving credit and raising capital, I knew they were the real deal. The CEO truly understands the industry and knows how to de... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sam & Neal are the best. I’ve worked with 3 other funding companies which either completely did not deliver or delivered a portion of that they were suppose to. Sam & Neal diagnosed my problem... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I initially had interest in this program until I realized it was not as represented to be. My first payment of three for the on boarding process was made. Since that time, I have been ignored and deni... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If I could rate Integrity First a 10 I would. We were lost about our finances and wanted to see how we could get business funding. Sam and Neil took us under their wings and treat us like family! They... See more

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Integrity First Funding | We help entrepreneurs access up to $250,000 in 0% interest business funding with no equity or high-interest loans | Our 4-Step Integrity Protocol includes: Strategic Guidance, Credit Repair, Credit Optimization, and Strategic Application | Most clients secure $132,000 on average and return for multiple rounds | No fluff — just real strategy, real results, and a team that puts integrity first


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I had been trying to secure funding on…

I had been trying to secure funding on my own for months without much success Working with this team completely changed the experience. They organized everything, communicated with lenders, and helped me obtain $170,000 in funding for my growing business. Reliable, efficient, and highly professional from start to finish.

19 July 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I reached out after struggling to get…

I reached out after struggling to get funding for my supplement business. Neal walked me through a really clear plan and explained everything in simple terms. Anurag helped coordinate with lenders and we ended up with $150,000 in 0% APR lines. What stood out was how consistent and responsive everyone was. They did exactly what they said they would.

28 May 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware

I initially had interest in this program until I realized it was not as represented to be. My first payment of three for the on boarding process was made. Since that time, I have been ignored and denied a refund … $900 to pay for no services rendered it’s not easy to overlook. I recommend staying away from these people as the “integrity” is more illusion than fact.

24 November 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Integrity First

This review does not reflect what happened.

The client signed an engagement agreement and began the Integrity First Protocol with us. He then went delinquent on his payment plan and stopped responding to scheduled calls, voicemails, text messages, and follow-ups across multiple channels for over six months. There is over 20 documented outreaches from us. Despite the missed payments, our team continued reaching out and continued working on his behalf, because that is how we operate.

The refund request did not come through the process defined in his signed agreement. It came alongside a threat to leave a negative review.

Our refund guarantee is clearly written into every engagement agreement, reviewed and signed before any payment is made: if we do not secure a minimum of $50K in 0% APR funding for a client who completes the Protocol with us, the onboarding fee is refunded in full. That guarantee is built on a two-sided commitment. It does not cover clients who go delinquent, stop responding, and then request a refund outside of the terms they committed to.

We recognize that losing a business is difficult, and we have genuine empathy for that. But empathy is not a reason to refund work that was delivered under a signed agreement that the client himself broke.

Integrity First is the standard we hold ourselves to, and the standard we ask of the clients we work with. That means honoring our guarantees in full when the terms are met, and standing by those same terms when they are not, regardless of outside pressure. We stand behind the work that was delivered and behind the agreement that was signed.

— The Integrity First Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The name says it all.

I can't express how grateful I am for the exceptional services provided by Integrity First over the last four months! From day one, their commitment to quality and professionalism has been evident. Gabriel Villanueva, in particular, has been a standout with his hands-on approach and unwavering dedication to ensuring every detail is perfect. I would wholeheartedly recommend Integrity First to anyone looking for top-notch service. They truly deliver on their promise of integrity and excellence!

16 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I run a small software company and had…

I run a small software company and had been bootstrapping for two years. Revenue was solid but I needed capital to hire contractors and run ads without touching my personal savings. Jaqueline helped me understand exactly how lenders look at a business like mine and what we needed to clean up first. After credit optimization on both personal and business, we secured $90,000 at 0% APR. Jaqueline handled the lender communication and kept everything on track. Clean process, no surprises, and I finally have the runway to grow without giving up equity.

6 April 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I own several rental properties and…

I own several rental properties and needed capital to expand without tapping private money at expensive rates. Sam helped structure everything properly — entity setup signals, credit optimization, the whole picture. We ended up closing $310,000 across multiple lines, a majority of it at 0% APR. The process took a few months but the guidance was hands-on the entire time. This is the kind of access I didn't know existed outside of having serious banking relationships. Now I do.

2 April 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company

Great company!
We have been working together for several months now. Everything is working to plan.
They always respond to any questions I have and are enjoyable to work with.

1 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend Integrity First!

My whole experience with Integrity First and especially Sam has been very positive. He helped me improve my credit score by over 100 points, so far he's gotten me $75,000 in 0% business funding, and I'm on my way to securing additional funding with his help. He has been very responsive, and he even follows up if he hasn't heard from me in awhile. He is kind and demonstrates genuine caring and concern, which I appreciate. I highly recommend Sam and Integrity First to anyone looking for additional funding and financial help.

10 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Banks had turned me down twice before I…

Banks had turned me down twice before I found Integrity First. Gabriel explained exactly why — and more importantly, what to fix. They worked on both my personal and business credit profile, then put together a funding strategy through their lender network. We closed $120,000 in 0% APR funding within about 4 months. My score moved over 124 points in the process.

30 March 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Strategic, Thoughtful Approach to Business Funding

Working with Integrity First Funding has been a strong experience. Samuel Tretter leads with clarity and integrity, and the process is structured and strategic. They focus on positioning first, then connecting you with the right lenders based on your profile. It’s thoughtful, professional, and never feels one-size-fits-all.

9 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Samuel has been outstanding

Samuel has been outstanding. Very responsive and very good with advice. They have made my life much better and easier with how fast and responsive they have been. They have not let me down and are awesome. I highly recommend using them to make your life better and help get the peace of mind you may be looking for.

7 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My experience with Integrity First was extremely disappointing.

My experience with Integrity First was extremely disappointing.
The biggest issue was the amount of time that passed with little to no meaningful progress. In the time I spent waiting on them, I genuinely feel I could have worked on repairing and improving my credit on my own. Instead, I paid thousands of dollars and was left with very little to show for it.
Communication was one of the worst parts of the experience. After taking my money, there was little follow-up, little transparency, and barely any real guidance. I felt like once the payment was made, I was no longer a priority. For a company that presents itself as a financial consultancy, the lack of communication and client care was shocking.
What made it worse was the tone and treatment. At times, I felt judged for my financial situation rather than supported through it — which is the exact opposite of what you would expect when hiring a company in this space. If someone is coming to you for help, they need professionalism, empathy, and a clear process. Not silence and condescension.
Perhaps the most alarming part of my experience was what I was advised to do to "speed up" the process. I was instructed to file a police report claiming identity theft on accounts that were legitimately mine — accounts I had personally opened and was responsible for. This is not a gray area. Filing a false police report is illegal. Using a fraudulent identity theft claim to dispute valid negative accounts is illegal. I was not told this was risky or questionable. It was presented as standard practice.
This is what is known in the industry as black hat credit repair — and it is exactly what regulators warn consumers about. The Credit Repair Organizations Act exists specifically to protect people from companies that use deceptive and illegal methods. I came to this company for legitimate help rebuilding my credit. What I was offered instead was fraud — and had I followed through, I would have been the one facing legal consequences, not them.
I also have serious broader concerns about the methods and overall integrity of the company. I would strongly encourage anyone considering them to do extensive due diligence, get everything in writing, and ask very direct questions about exactly what work will be done on your behalf.
It is especially disappointing because the company seemed far more reliable before leadership changed. Since then, it appears to have become far less organized, far less communicative, and far less trustworthy.
Overall, I regret using Integrity First. Paying $2,000 to $4,000 for poor communication, little visible progress, a frustrating experience, and being pushed toward illegal activity was absolutely not worth it. I cannot in good conscience let others walk into this without a warning.

11 March 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Integrity First

We take every piece of feedback seriously, so we want to address this directly - especially for anyone reading during their research. Several claims here are factually inaccurate.

On communication: Every client receives a dedicated US-based consultant with unlimited Zoom, phone, and message support. Our team checks in weekly, and we provide a personal booking link so clients can schedule calls at their convenience. Our records reflect consistent outreach to this client throughout the engagement.

On progress and timelines: Credit repair and optimization is a process that requires client cooperation. In this case, the client sent independent disputes repeatedly - directly against our guidance - which interfered with our strategy and significantly impacted the timeline. We addressed this with the client on multiple occasions.

On the police report claim: This is the most serious allegation, and it is false. We have never instructed any client to file a fraudulent police report. What occurred is that the client, due to personal financial hardship, asked us about shortcut strategies. We provided education on what those strategies entail, including clear verbal and written disclaimers about their legal implications - and explicitly stated that our firm does not use, execute, or recommend them. Characterizing that education as an instruction to commit fraud is a misrepresentation of what took place.

On judgment: We treat every client with respect. We do, however, have baseline qualification criteria, which are disclosed in our ads, lead forms, website, sales call, and onboarding. Our process requires a minimum financial foundation to work. If someone's income doesn't cover their living expenses, that's the problem to solve first - before funding can be accessed. Telling a client that respectfully, but directly isn't judgment; it's the honesty needed if they actually want to change their situation. We specialize in credit repair and business funding. What we can't do is solve an income-and-expenses gap for someone who isn't ready to address it.

We stand behind our work, our ethics, and our $50,000 minimum funding guarantee. We encourage anyone evaluating us to review our other client experiences and ask us direct questions - especially the hard ones. We're an open book.

The Integrity First Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I do fix and flip deals in Indianapolis…

I do fix and flip deals in Indianapolis and was tired of paying investors half of my margins. Gabriel walked me through the entire process and helped me get my credit optimized before we ever touched a single application. Ended up with $155,000 at 0% APR in 4 weeks. The difference in margin per deal is significant. Gabriel followed up consistently throughout — never felt like I was forgotten. Serious operation.

17 March 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In addition to the funding

In addition to the funding, I valued the guidance catered to my particular bussiness circumstance. The advice wasn't general. I departed with funds to expand my bussiness and a more defined plan for sustained success.

12 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

During the application

During the application, I had questions nearly every day, and someone always answered them without making me feel uncomfortable. The $70K my marketing agency received was largely due to that constant communication.

7 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had spent years trying to get…

I had spent years trying to get business capital, but this process was easy to understand and well-organized. I received $85K on favorable terms in a matter of weeks. The outcome was worth the slightly longer wait than thought possible.

5 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The assistance I received throughout…

The assistance I received throughout the application process was what caught my attention. Almost every other day, I had questions, and someone would answer them without making me feel burdened. The experience went more smoothly because of that degree of communication.

22 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot recommend Integrity First…

I cannot recommend Integrity First more! This company has been right by my side since day one and helping me to understand the importance of credit as well as helping me to repair and educate me in regards to my financial future. Samuel is hands-down the absolute best! I wish I had found this company sooner. I am so incredibly grateful for all their help and how they are helping me build a financial brick wall around my future! Thank you Integrity First!

6 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If I could rate Integrity First a 10 I…

If I could rate Integrity First a 10 I would. We were lost about our finances and wanted to see how we could get business funding. Sam and Neil took us under their wings and treat us like family! They are helping us clean up our credit and will partner with us on funding once we are ready to go! They are efficient and know exactly what we need to hit our business and financial goals. I highly recommend their services.

7 November 2025
Unprompted review

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