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    • Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      On July 19th 2023 I had an issue with my Freightliner RV A/C. I paid over 9,000 dollars for a service contract with ********* **********. I live in rural Georgia and service facilities are few. I took it to ************ ******** and asked them to take care of a recall and also contact ********* to obtain approval for the A/C problem. Freightliner advised me they will not work with 3rd part service contracts or warranties. I then called portfolio direct and explained my situation and that I needed prior approval. Portfolio told me that in this case, she would send me a one time exception email and told me to follow all the instructions in the email and not to start a new email thread. Following the verbal instructions of the claims department, I did exactly what I was instructed to do. The email was sent by ********* on July 19th prior to any repair.. In following the instructions laid out in the email, I have the repair done on a A/C valve which is specifically listed in the contract as a covered item. The repair was done the 20th as outlined in the invoice. I submitted all documentation as required and waited until mid August when I called to get update. I was told that I didn’t get prior approval therefore it was not covered. I explained what transpired and waited a couple weeks. I called again and they told me it was not covered because of customer A/C maintenance. I explained that there is not maintenance required on A/C by owner. I waited a couple of weeks and was told that the part was not covered. When I read the policy showing the valve was a covered item, I was told by the claims department that they could notunderstand why this case was not paid and closed. Supervisor **** L with ******** customer service resubmitted and agreed that this was a clear cut covered item. I then followed the instructions on the contract and sent all documents and evidence to ******** ****** ******* *********. Their response was they have no authority. Claim #********

      Customer response

      06/28/2024

      [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.  The BBB was able to put me in contact with the right person to resolve this issue. Thank you ****** ***** for your ability to see the issue that others could not and take the steps to make it right..This was a very frustrating process that taught me many things about service contracts. It was nice to speak with someone with good customer service skills.

      Regards,

      ******* ******


      Business response

      07/18/2024

      June 18, 2024


      RE: ******* ******
      BBB Complaint ID # ********


      This response pertains to BBB Complaint ID# ******** regarding the account of ******* ******. Our
      records indicate that a Portfolio Protection Plan B Exclusionary service agreement was purchased from
      Richardson RV on 11/04/2020. The service agreement is set to expire on 11/04/2027.


      We're interested in reassessing your claim. To proceed with a re-evaluation, we require the invoice
      issued to *** ****** at the time of checkout. *** ****** can send the invoice directly to me at
      **********************, and upon receipt, I'll promptly address the matter. Should *** ****** have
      any additional inquiries or wish to discuss further, please don't hesitate to reach out to me.
      We regret any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused.


      Sincerely,
      ****** *****
      Mechanical Claims Supervisor

    • Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      My car been down since 3/11/24 been waiting on portfolio since 3/26 for adjuster and approval they didn’t send no one until a week later and now I have to wait another 10- 14 business days just for a part after the approval when this should’ve been done last week which means I’m going to be out of more money and well over a month without my vehicle because they fail to send an adjuster out in a timely manner

      Business response

      05/02/2024


      This letter is in response to BBB Complaint ID# ******** for account holder ********* and ***** ******.
      Our records indicate the purchase of a Portfolio Protection Plan E: Exclusionary service agreement, from
      ***** ******* ******** on 10/28/2023. The service agreement expires on 10/28/2026 or at 150,000
      miles, whichever comes first.


      We sincerely apologize for the time taken to process this claim. The claim is currently marked approved,
      and the repair facility has been notified of the approval. Per the account holder’s contract, they are
      eligible for rental reimbursement of $50 per day, for a maximum of 5 days, plus 2-days parts delay, if
      needed, not to exceed $350 per occurrence. If the account holders would like to discuss this matter
      further, please give me a call. We apologize if there was any misunderstanding.

    • Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      I have a warranty that was issued with a new car and the guidelines are not followed in a timely manner. This is my first claim with the warranty and Hoover Jeep Moncks Corner has tried multiple times to complete the claim without follow-through from the warranty company. I have not had my car for 30 days and cannot be reimbursed for the rental. The warranty company reported that approval is needed first before a reimbursement which it has been open since 01/19/2024. I have received a copy of the repairs that were sent to the warranty company from the dealership.

      Business response

      04/08/2024

      This letter is in response to BBB Complaint ID# ******** for account holder ***** *****t. Our records
      indicated the purchase of a Portfolio Protection Plan B: Exclusionary service agreement, from
      *********** ***** on 11/21/2020. The service agreement expires on 11/21/2027 or at 75,000 miles,
      whichever comes first.

      We sincerely apologize for the time taken to process this claim. The claim is currently marked approved,
      and the repair facility has been notified of the approval. Please email ************************ with
      your rental receipt to seek reimbursement for rental. If you would like to discuss this matter further,
      please give me a call at the below phone number. We apologize if there was any misunderstanding.

      Sincerely,
      ****** *****
      Mechanical Claims Supervisor

      Customer response

      04/08/2024

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.

      [Currently on portal for the claim it is still stating "in processing". Additionally, I will need to continue with the rental until car is fixed and returned. I will need the complete reimbursement of the rental, in which I will provide the receipt for the rental when it is returned to resolve the issue.]

       


      Regards,

      ***** ******

      Business response

      04/12/2024

      This letter is in response to BBB Complaint ID# ******** for account holder ***** ******. Our records
      indicated the purchase of a Portfolio Protection Plan B: Exclusionary service agreement, from
      *********** ***** on 11/21/2020. The service agreement expires on 11/21/2027 or at 75,000 miles,
      whichever comes first.

      We sincerely apologize for the time taken to process this claim. The claim is currently marked approved,
      and the repair facility has been notified of the approval. Per the account holder’s contract: “Substitute
      Transportation Reimbursement: In the event of a breakdown of a covered component, You may be
      eligible for substitute transportation reimbursement. Such expense shall be limited to actual per day
      cost up to $35.00 per day, a 5-day maximum, not to exceed $175.00 per occurrence. To qualify for
      reimbursement, the covered Vehicle must be inoperable and undergoing repair. The substitute Vehicle
      must be rented from the Selling Dealer, the repair facility, or from a licensed rental agency.

      Reimbursement for substitute transportation shall not continue beyond the day on which repairs are
      completed, you are notified of completion and your Vehicle is operable. Valid rental agency receipts will
      be required for reimbursement.” Please email [email protected] with your rental receipt to
      seek reimbursement for rental. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please give me a call at
      the below phone number. We apologize if there was any misunderstanding.

      Sincerely,
      ****** *****
      Mechanical Claims Supervisor


      Customer response

      04/16/2024

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.

      [The end date of the rental is the day I received the car after serviced. The reason for the rental extension was due to lack of communication with Hoover Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. The service department had to contact me to reach out to the claim department to find out the delay in the process throughout the claim. Matthew Hanus tried multiple times speaking to different people to have approval in the appropriate time. He had to receive assistance from **** ***** (Service Manager) to have appropriate correspondence about the car claim process. Due to the delay of communication from claims caused the rental cost to increase. ]

      Regards,

      ***** ******




       
    • Complaint Type:
      Product Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      This company is denying a reimbursement on the premise that I didn't get prior authorization, however when I called them before getting the work done they said I had authorization to get the work done. I took my car to the dealership for diagnosis on 11/17/23 and they said the torque converter needed to be replaced and the cost would be approximately $3200. I called the warranty company to find out what they need to cover the work while I was at the dealership. My claim was denied, "Reimbursement claim has been denied by the underwrites due to repairs being done without approval." I took my car to a Chevrolet dealership, paid for the diagnosis (attached), the dealership didn't want to deal with the warranty since it wasn't sold by them so I called the warranty claims department. They confirmed the maintenance was covered, stated the call was all I needed to do to get prior authorization, and I'm all set to have the work completed. I asked how it works to get reimbursed since the dealership didn't want to work with the warranty. They asked if I could go to the dealership that had issued the warranty and I let them know the dealership was in Mississippi and I was currently in Maine with the vehicle. They said if I pay out of pocket I just needed to submit the invoice, proof of payment, and reason for needing repairs to the email they provided and put the last 8 of the vin in the subject line. I asked if I need to take any additional steps to get prior authorization and they confirmed that I don't need to take any additional action. I went back into the dealership, made an appointment, the work was done the week of 1/22/24. As soon as I picked up the car and paid for the repairs, I submitted everything to the email address as instructed on the previous call. Now I'm being told they can't do anything because I didn't obtain prior authorization.

      Business response

      03/06/2024

      Please see attached.

      Business response

      04/17/2024

      March 6, 2024


      Re: BBB Complaint ID# ********
      Portfolio Agreement ***********


      This letter is in response to BBB Complaint ID# ******** for account holder **** ******** Our
      records indicated the ********* - Powertrain service agreement, from Star Chevrolet in Wiggins, MS on
      3/10/218. The service agreement expires on 3/10/2038.


      Per Section of WHAT TO DO IF REPAIRS ARE NEEDED:


      4. Obtain Authorization from the Administrator by calling the Claims Department at 1-866-460-1308:
      Prior to any repair being made, instruct the service manager at the Repair Facility to contact the
      Administrator to obtain an authorization for the claim. Any claim for repairs without prior authorization
      will not be covered. Except as provided under Emergency Repairs (#8 below). The amount authorized by
      the Administrator is the maximum amount that will be paid for repairs covered under the terms of this
      Limited Warranty. Any additional amount must receive prior approval.


      I apologize if there was any misunderstanding. This claim was thoroughly reviewed and remains denied.
      If the account would like to speak to me directly, they can contact me at ************ **
      [email protected].


      Portfolio
      Sincerely,

      Robert Moran
      VSC Supervisor
      ***** ********

    • Complaint Type:
      Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      In 2023 I bought a ********* ******* from ****. I got a warranty that was provided by NWAN of power train coverage. Within 9 months my car was already broken down and the engine went bad. I had done 3 oil changes in a year and NWAN wanted proof of that. I quickly provided proof by my mechanic and it wasn’t enough each time. They did a run around on why they would pay for a new engine for about a month. Eventually I also provided them with bank statements as well. I had been paying them for this warranty and wanted them to honor the agreement. An employee named collin told ford “ we are going to also get rid of his warranty” after I sent clear proof my bank statements. I had to call them my selves and raise hell to get what I needed. Im happy they the employee bill actually helped me out. I wait a few more weeks for an engine to find out that they tried to spray paint the new engine blocks crack and proceed to give me another crap engine. I’ve made 2 to 3 car payments with no car and now might have to wait another month or so for an engine with no time of when this could be done.

      Business response

      03/13/2024

      January 31, 2024
      Customer: ***** ****** *****
      Portfolio Agreement #: *************
      This letter is in response to your Better Business Bureau Complaint # ********
      We appreciate your feedback and apologize for the circumstances that prompted your reaction. We understand
      it can be disappointing when coverage is not extended to meet your satisfaction. Benefits are as listed on the
      contract, and claims are reviewed in accordance with the contract. A warranty claim was started with our
      supplier and another engine has been shipped. The estimated delivery date is 2/6/2024. Unfortunately, we are
      unable to expedite the arrival of the replacement engine any sooner.
      Regards,
      ***** ****
      Mechanical Claims Supervisor
    • Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      I was defrauded into paying for this extended service contract. Now I have tried to use the warranty and this company has refused to honor the contract. The first time I took my truck in to get repaired I was told this warranty company wanted the mechanic to honor lifetime labor causing the refusal to complete the repair. I took my truck to the crooks at demotrond Mazda where I bought the truck and told them to fix it under my warranty. They claimed the repairs would not be done because it was an aftermarket part. The parts were on the truck when I bought it from demotrond and secondly, the parts are not aftermarket because they were installed originally by ****** Motor Company, therefore making it an original part. I want them to repair the sidesteps as required under my contract.

      Business response

      01/15/2024

      Please see attached.

      Business response

      02/14/2024

      January 15, 2024


      Customer: **** ***** ****
      Portfolio Agreement #: ************


      This letter is in response to your Better Business Bureau Complaint # *********


      We appreciate your feedback and apologize for the circumstances that prompted your reaction. We
      understand it can be disappointing when coverage is not extended to meet your satisfaction. Benefits
      are as listed on the contract, and claims are reviewed in accordance with the contract. Unfortunately,
      we are unable to cover your missing Antenna and After Market Running Boards because your Extreme
      Supreme Unlimited Service Contract specifically excludes these items. Under the “What Your Service
      Contract Does Not Cover” Section you will find that “the failure or loosening of any nuts, fasteners or
      bolts” and “NON-Factory installed and NON-OEM systems” are not covered. We are unable to change
      the terms of the contract and cannot make any exceptions to reimburse you for your claim or reinstate
      the contract.


      Regards,


      ***** ****
      Mechanical Claims Supervisor

    • Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      I purchased a travel trailer (***** ******* ******* **** **) from ***** ******** ** *GARV) in Hammond, Louisiana in June of 2021. A major deciding factor was a “forever warranty” that came with the purchase of the travel trailer. Requirements for the warranty include an annual service inspection. I brought my travel trailer into GARV in Hammond in April of 2022 for my first annual inspection. The inspection was completed (but I learned recently that GARV failed to send the required documentation to the Warranty Provider (NWAN) even after I followed up). In May of 2023, I brought my travel trailer to GARV in Hammond for the second annual Inspection. The inspection was completed and the documentation was sent to NWAN. Subsequently, I received an email from NWAN telling me the paperwork for my 2021 inspection was not on file; I contacted GARV and they advised me that they have a record of the inspection for April of 2022 but it appeared they did not send it to NWAN as they told me via text. They further advised me that they would seek to work out the details with NWAN to get the Forever Warranty restored. Shortly after that, in June of 2023 I was notified by GARV that my Forever Warranty had been rescinded by NWAN despite their efforts to get it reinstated. I was told that this was NWAN’s final position.

      Business response

      07/31/2023

      June 23, 2023
      BBB Complaint ID#: ********
      Customer: ****** * *****
      Contract #* ************
      This letter is in response to complaint number *********
      We appreciate your feedback and apologize for the circumstances that prompted your reaction. We understand
      it can be disappointing when coverage is not extended to meet your satisfaction. The Warranty Forever Service
      Contract was provided to you by your selling dealership at No Charge.
      Benefits are as listed on the contract, and eligibility is reviewed in accordance with the contract. Your contract
      outlines the following Maintenance Requirements:
      IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE CUSTOMER
      YOU must have the annual maintenance performed on your UNIT as outlined in the General Provisions section of this SERVICE
      CONTRACT in order for this SERVICE CONTRACT to remain valid. YOU are required to deliver a coupon from YOUR SERVICE
      CONTRACT booklet provided to YOU at the time the UNIT was purchased, accompanied by the receipt and work order for the
      maintenance performed to the ADMINISTRATOR to remain eligible for coverage. Maintenance receipts must be delivered to the
      ADMINISTRATOR within 30 days of the anniversary date of the AGREEMENT DATE each year. Failure to do so will void this
      SERVICE CONTRACT.
      We unfortunately did not receive the 2022 invoice therefore the contract is no longer active. We send
      confirmation emails upon receipt of all invoices and/or records.
      Based on our review of the information that has been supplied, our position in this matter has not changed.
      However, should any additional information become available that may alter this position, we would welcome
      its submission for our review.
      Should you have any additional questions, please contact us at 800-810-8458 or email any additional
      information to [email protected].
      Thanks,
      ****** ******
      Maintenance Pre-Notification Manager
    • Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      I purchased a ***** ** in August 2019 that came with lifetime warranty as long as annual maintenance inspection was done and proof submitted to NWAN. I faithfully did this. In each case I submitted paperwork.as required but in 2021 I had mailed my info and somehow they only noted the coupon not the work sheet so they cancelled, then reinstated the warranty. I sent all of the 202 warranty documents at the same time I resent 2021 forms (one day later) and now in February 2023 I was again told they didn’t receive my scanned documents even though I was able to provide them with a picture of the documents from DocUScan that included the date that it was scanned and exported to email, and that date coincides with the dates that they received other documents. Now they refuse to reinstate my warranty. When a customer can prove they did the work and scanned the inspections and filled out the forms and they reject it there’s a problem. As a customer I have no control over how they handle my documents. They never informed me in an any manner that they did not have my necessary paperwork and did not give me any opportunity to rectify the situation. How am I to know they didn’t log it? This appears to be a scam. I can’t be the only person this is happening to. They maintain that just because I scanned the Inspection and exported it to email doesn’t mean I emailed it to them. Perhaps emailed to a friend for some interesting reading instead of to the warranty company? Scam.

      Business response

      03/07/2023

      Please see our attached response. 

      Business response

      04/19/2023

      March 7, 2023


      BBB Complaint ID#: ********
      Customer: ***** *** *******
      Contract #* ************

      This letter is in response to complaint number ********.


      We appreciate your feedback and apologize for the circumstances that prompted your reaction. We understand
      it can be disappointing when coverage is not extended to meet your satisfaction. The Warranty Forever Service
      Contract was provided to you by your selling dealership at No Charge.


      Benefits are as listed on the contract, and eligibility is reviewed in accordance with the contract. Your contract
      outlines the following Maintenance Requirements:


      IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE CUSTOMER


      YOU must have the annual maintenance performed on your UNIT as outlined in the General Provisions section of this SERVICE
      CONTRACT in order for this SERVICE CONTRACT to remain valid. YOU are required to deliver a coupon from YOUR SERVICE
      CONTRACT booklet provided to YOU at the time the UNIT was purchased, accompanied by the receipt and work order for the
      maintenance performed to the ADMINISTRATOR to remain eligible for coverage. Maintenance receipts must be delivered to the
      ADMINISTRATOR within 30 days of the anniversary date of the AGREEMENT DATE each year. Failure to do so will void this
      SERVICE CONTRACT.


      We unfortunately did not receive the 2022 invoice therefor the contract is no longer active. We send
      confirmation emails upon receipt of all invoices and/or records.


      Based on our review of the information that has been supplied, our position in this matter has not changed.
      However, should any additional information become available that may alter this position, we would welcome
      its submission for our review.


      Should you have any additional questions, please contact us at 800-810-8458 or email any additional
      information to [email protected].


      Thanks,


      ****** ******
      Maintenance Pre-Notification Manager

    • Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      I simply purchased my vehicle in 2015. My 2008 ******** 300 came with a warranty called "Warranty Forever." A warranty that last as long as you own the vehicle. On December 16, 2022, my vehicle shuts down while I'm driving. I got my car towed to the dealership where I purchased it that same day. The repair facility determined that my car needed a new engine, which is covered in my warranty. The repair facility filed the claim on December 20, 2022. My claim was denied several days later. I was informed by NWAN or warranty forever that my claim was denied due to gaps in my service. My entire service record from the repair facility was submitted to the warranty company along with my entire carfax report. I've followed every maintenance requirements and serviced my vehicle throughout the life of my ownership. I've never missed an oil change. They've taken money from me for this warranty but in return deny my claim for repair.

      Business response

      01/10/2023

      Please see our attached response. 

      Business response

      01/11/2023

      Hi ******, the Warranty Forever contract was offered to you at no charge by the selling dealership. A copy of the contract which includes the coverage terms and conditions were provided as well. Attached is a blank copy of the contract for your reference. Please call us should have any additional questions. 

      Customer response

      01/12/2023

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.

      [To assist us in bringing this matter to a close, we would like to know your view on the matter.]

      The Business states that there was no cost to me. However, the Business was still paid during or after the purchase of my vehicle. The Business was paid for the deal, in which the business gladly accepted. As I informed the business prior to my initial complaint with the BBB, I have never seen a copy of this contract. Not during the time of the sale in 2015 or any time after that, until late December 2022 when the Business denied my first and only claim in 7 years. My warranty have been active up until I filed a claim for repair. I was never informed of any details of this contract. The selling dealership dosen't have a signed copy of this Warranty. I was only informed by the selling dealership that I had a warranty and your covered as long as you own the vehicle. I've followed all my maintenance requirements and serviced my vehicle when it was necessary. I'm glad the dealership had the majority of my service records available. I can only imagine if the dealership didn't have no service records due to a glitch in their system! 

       I will accept a full repair to my vehicle paid directly to the selling dealership or funds sent directly to me to fix my vehicle elsewhere.

      Regards,

      ****** ******




       
    • Complaint Type:
      Product Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      When we bought a car at ******* *** ** ********* ** ** ********* the financial staff who prepared the paperwork and the finance for us strongly recommended another extended type of maintenance to us, so we bought it with the car. I will attach the paperwork of the maintenance information which is a third party company instead of *** and our car purchase contract for your information. We did four times of regular checkups with *** while residing in Columbus, OH, including some manufacture recalls, but did not use this layer of maintenance at all. Here is a record of our regular maintenance at ******* *** in Columbus, OH: Date Service Advisor Mileage Invoice Total 9/10/2021 ****** **** 11,808 $0.00 4/23/2021 ****** **** 9,162 $0.00 10/27/2020 ASH PICKERING 7,240 $42.99 8/26/2020 JEROD LUMPKIN 5,774 $0.00 Then we relocated to Tennessee in Jan 2022, and wanted to use this maintenance, but was told by them over phone that this service/maintenance cannot be transferred. This happened in Aug 2022. I reached out to ******* *** in Columbus, OH and asked for a refund. The manager and one of the accountants helped me. I will attach the email conversations with them and a signed form that was asked by them. I thought I would receive a refund, but later I was told this maintenance company would not refund at all. I don't understand that car maintenance could not be transferred or refunded upon cancellation. So at this point, I would like to ask help from BBB that they should continue the service or refund the customer. I was not told once relocating, the service is terminated.

      Business response

      01/10/2023

      I am writing in response to the BBB complaint #******** regarding the cancellation of your service contract for
      the VIN referenced above. On November 9, 2022, NAE/NWAN a Portfolio company received the request to
      cancel your Vehicle Pre-Paid Maintenance Service Agreement for your 2020 *** ****. The cancellation of your
      agreement was processed on November 9, 2022, using the effective date requested of August 18,2022. A
      cancellation refund check was mailed to the selling dealership, ******* ***, on November 11, 2022. The check
      was received by the dealership on November 21, 2022. As per our cancellation policy, it is the selling
      dealership’s responsibility to issue the cancellation refund to the vehicle owner. Please contact Capital *** at
      your earliest convenience for the refund due to you of $20.63. NAE/NWAN sincerely apologizes for any
      inconvenience.

      If we may be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
      Thank you and have a wonderful day!

      ***** *****
      Contract Administration Manager

      Customer response

      01/11/2023

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.

      Thank you for tackling with the merchant on behalf of me. It seems they did respond to my cancellation request and sent a check to the dealer. What I don't understand is the amount of the refund. I have attached the maintenance record in this mail, and I would like to ask them to itemize how the refund is calculated. If there is a contract agreement that shows relevant cancellation policy, that would also be useful.

      I can't remember the details in the contract, but if my memory serves, they offer 10 or 15 times of maintenance. According to the records in my *** account that I've attached, we used 2-3 times. One or two of the visits may have to be due to the manufacture's recall. What we have paid is about ~$300, and now the refund is ~$20.

      The cancellation request date is also unfair to us. We never know or were told this maintenance cannot be transferred if we move when we were persuaded into buying it while doing the finance. The finance person tried so hard letting us buy it.  Until we realized the car needs maintenance and called the dealer's store in Aug 2022, we were told so over the phoned. That means the cancellation date is not at our will, but were forced to find a date for it. So if you count the past years of the pre-paid serviced instead of the visits we utilized, we are being taken advantage of.

      What I hope to know is if they could show how the refund is calculated. 


      Regards,

      ******** ***  



       

      Business response

      01/19/2023

      Dear ******** ***,

      I am writing in response to the revised BBB complaint # ******** regarding your inquiry of how the cancellation
      refund is calculated and relevant contract details. Please find enclosed a copy of your original contract that
      outlines the coverage selected, purchase price of the contract and additional details on our cancellation policy. I
      have also included a copy of the cancellation overview that shows how the refund is calculated. To summarize,
      the cancellation refund is pro-rated based on the amount of time between purchase of the contract and
      cancellation date less a $50 fee. The provisions of the contract agreement outline all our transfer, cancellations,
      and redemption instructions of the maintenance benefits. I sincerely hope this additional information addresses
      your concerns and questions.

      If we may be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

      Thank you and have a wonderful day.

      ***** *****
      Contract Administrations Manager

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