BMF Advance LLC
We are investigating BMF Advance LLC for allegedly attempting to conceal critical reviews and adverse news from Google by improperly submitting copyright takedown notices. This includes potential violations such as impersonation, fraud, and perjury.
PARTIES INVOLVED : BMF Advance LLC
ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation
INCIDENT DATE : 21 Oct 2024
INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz
TOOLS USED : Lumen, SecurityTrails
CASE NO : 6326/A/2025
CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam
PUBLISHED ON : 18 Mar 2025
Due Diligence
Is This About You?
What We Are Investigating?
Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into BMF Advance LLC over allegations that it has been suppressing critical reviews and unfavorable Google search results by fraudulently misusing DMCA takedown notices. These actions, if proven, could constitute serious legal violations—including impersonation, fraud, and perjury.
We conducted comprehensive analyses of fraudulent copyright takedown requests, meritless legal complaints, and other unlawful efforts to suppress public access to critical information. Our reporting sheds light on the prevalence and modus operandi of a structured censorship network, often funded and used by criminal enterprises, oligarchs and criminal entities seeking to manipulate public perception and bypass AML checks conducted by financial organisations.
The fake DMCA notices in this investigation appears to have been strategically deployed to remove negative content from Google search results illegally. Based on this pattern, we have reasonable grounds to infer that BMF Advance LLC - or an entity acting at its behest - is directly or indirectly complicit in this cyber crime.
In most such cases, such ops are executed by rogue, fly-by-night 'Online Reputation Management' agencies acting on behalf of their clients. If evidence establishes that the subject knowingly benefited from or facilitated this scam, it may be deemed an 'accomplice' or an 'accessory' to the crime.
What are they trying to censor
BMF Advance LLC operates within the merchant cash advance (MCA) industry, a sector that provides businesses with quick capital in exchange for a percentage of future sales. While MCAs can offer short-term relief, they often come with exorbitant fees and opaque terms, leading many businesses into a cycle of debt.
Red Flags in BMF Advance LLC’s Operations
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Predatory Lending Practices
Reports have surfaced accusing BMF Advance LLC of exploiting small businesses through predatory lending tactics. Under the leadership of Gavriel Yitzchakov, the company allegedly imposes onerous terms that trap businesses in perpetual debt cycles. Such practices not only jeopardize the financial health of these enterprises but also raise ethical concerns about the company’s business model.
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Legal Entanglements
BMF Advance LLC has been embroiled in numerous legal disputes, highlighting potential misconduct:
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BMF Advance LLC v. Nico Commodities LLC: In this case, BMF Advance entered into a contract with Nico Commodities, purchasing future receivables. The defendants allegedly ceased remittances, leading BMF Advance to claim a significant financial loss.
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Lateral Recovery LLC et al. v. BMF Advance LLC et al.: This lawsuit underscores the complex legal challenges BMF Advance faces, reflecting potential operational issues within the company.
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Customer Complaints and Dissatisfaction
Numerous complaints have emerged regarding BMF Advance LLC’s business practices, including poor communication and delays. Such grievances can erode trust and inflict long-term damage to the company’s reputation.
Attempts to Suppress Adverse Information
Beyond questionable business practices, BMF Advance LLC appears to engage in aggressive tactics to suppress unfavorable information:
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Improper Use of Copyright Takedown Notices
The company has been accused of attempting to remove adverse news by improperly submitting copyright takedown notices. Such actions could involve perjury, fraud, and impersonation, reflecting a concerted effort to sanitize their online presence.
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Legal Threats to Silence Critics
BMF Advance LLC has reportedly issued legal threats to individuals and entities attempting to expose their practices. This strategy aims to intimidate critics into silence, preventing the dissemination of truthful accounts of their experiences.
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Manipulation of Online Reviews
A pattern of overwhelmingly positive reviews appearing in clusters suggests attempts to drown out genuine negative feedback. Such practices are deceptive and mislead potential clients about the company’s true reputation.
The Call to Action
The myriad red flags surrounding BMF Advance LLC, coupled with their apparent attempts to censor adverse information, paint a troubling picture. Potential investors and clients are urged to exercise extreme caution and conduct thorough due diligence before engaging with this company. Furthermore, regulatory authorities should investigate these practices to protect consumers and uphold the integrity of the financial industry.
In an era where information is power, BMF Advance LLC’s endeavors to obscure the truth are both alarming and unacceptable. It’s high time that the veil is lifted, and their operations are brought to light.
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/45586461
- October 21, 2024
- Carlson Law & Co.
- https://timesofirish.com/new-york-businesses-say-cash-advance-firms-sent-threats-and-looted-bank-accounts/
- https://timesofirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/loan_texts_1-2048×1365.webp
- https://timesofirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screen_Shot_2022_09_21_at_3.47.04_PM.webp
- http://thecity.nyc/2022/09/21/merchant-cash-advance-new-york-threats-courts/
Evidence Box
Evidence and relevant screenshots related to our investigation
Targeted Content and Red Flags
thecity.nyc
New York Businesses Say Cash Advance Firms Sent Threats and Looted Bank Accounts
- Red Flag
threads.net
BMF Advance LLC and Gavriel Yitzchakov Accused of Fraudulent Censorship
- Red Flag
About the Author
The author is affiliated with TU Dresden and analyzes public databases such as Lumen Database and
Maltego to identify and expose online censorship. In his personal capacity, he and his
team have been actively investigating and reporting on organized crime related
to fraudulent copyright takedown schemes.
Additionally, his team provides
advisory services to major law firms and is frequently consulted on matters
pertaining to intellectual property law.
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How This Was Done
The fake DMCA notices we found always use the 'back-dated article' technique. With this technique, the wrongful notice sender (or copier) creates a copy of a 'true original' article and back-dates it, creating a 'fake original' article (a copy of the true original) that, at first glance, appears to have been published before the true original
What Happens Next?
Based on the feedback, information, and requests received from all relevant parties, our team will formally notify the affected party of the alleged infringement. Following a thorough review, we will submit a counter-notice to reinstate any link that has been removed by Google, in accordance with applicable legal provisions. Additionally, we will communicate with Google’s Legal Team to ensure appropriate measures are taken to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.
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User Reviews
Average Ratings
1.7
Based on 15 ratings
by: Max Orion
Definitely not a legitimate finance company. More like legalized theft.
by: Nathan Drake
They promise quick funding but disappear once you question the terms.
by: Victoria Lux
Their loan services are just traps—huge fees, predatory clauses, and zero ethics.
by: Daisy Vaughn
Businesses seeking help often find themselves stuck in worse situations with BMF. High fees, lack of clarity, and constant legal threats aren’t support they’re exploitation. The damage they do can be irreversible. Investigations are overdue.
by: Miles Neal
Using copyright abuse to silence reporting is fraud, plain and simple. BMF Advance’s tactics suggest they fear the truth coming out. A company confident in its conduct wouldn’t resort to dirty tricks. That speaks volumes.
by: Carson Walsh
BMF Advance traps small businesses in endless debt cycles masked as quick cash solutions.
by: Julian Banks
They said it was just a cash advance but it was a slow bleed I’ve lost $88,500 and my business is barely surviving every attempt to warn others was met with takedown notices and silence it feels like I’m screaming...
by: Naomi Rivas
I trusted BMF Advance to support my business during a hard time but instead I lost $92,000 and my entire livelihood they manipulated contracts raised rates without warning and then censored every bad review I posted there’s no justice when...
by: Grayson Lambert
BMF Advance gave me fast cash, then bled me with hidden costs I’ve lost $110,000 and can’t get a straight answer from anyone there.
by: Genesis Lambert
I lost $96,000 to BMF Advance LLC’s predatory lending what started as help turned into a nightmare of hidden fees, threats, and silence.
by: Noah Miller
Tried to negotiate better terms, and they flat-out ignored me. Once they have your money, you're just another victim to them.
by: Olivia Davis
Nothing but a legal loan shark operation. They prey on desperate business owners and leave them worse off than before.
by: Liam Brown
They promise fast cash but deliver a lifetime of debt. Wish I had read the fine print before signing anything. 🛑
by: Emma Johnson
BMF Advance? More like 'Broke My Finances' Advance. Their contracts are a nightmare—once you’re in, good luck getting out
by: James Wilson
Hidden fees, insane interest rates, and zero customer support. It’s like they WANT you to fail so they can squeeze more money out of you.
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