This is not a review but a question. Do y'all do trademark ideas?
Response from IdeaProsOct 13, 2020
Hi - we will answer you - and appreciate the five stars, which shows your positive character. But, as with any review that doesn't involve a "buying experience", we ask that they come down. In the meantime - every one of our partners is encouraged to get trademark and, if appropriate, patent protection. Good luck on your search for help!
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William X.
Okay
Okay, so I have been with Ideapros now for 2 years,and from the beginning to now its been okay. I feel that the only thing lacking is good communication and letting the Entrepreneur learn the process to what it takes to bring the idea to life,keeping weekly updates, spend more time explaining how the process works. I think that personally some of the things they had me do could have waited until my project was further along then I could have saved a little more money to have when I needed it most.. I also think that Ideapros should listen to the entrepreneurs more about the idea itself, because at the end of the day its still the entrepreneurs baby. I think that all entrepreneurs need to know that you really need to have Patience, thats one thing I lack and its hard to except, this whole process takes time. My overall experience with Ideapros on a scale 1-10
I have to say is a 9.....I would recommend them to anyone that has a great Idea.
Bill
Goliath, High Rise Sports Chair.
Response from IdeaProsAug 27, 2020
Hey Bill, thanks for your comments. It's TOUGH being an entrepreneur and you have certainly lived to talk about it! We've had quite a journey together, good times, bad, broken prototypes, twists and turns. But you've learned an amazing amount on this journey. You truly have become a "real" entrepreneur. Everywhere we've taken Goliath for filming people have been truly impressed. Now as we're on the verge of launching let's turn that "9 out of 10" into an 11 together! Fred
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Susan D.
Here's to Entrepreneurial Success
Where does one start.
IdeaPros for me has been like going to the Mall of America. You have all the tools and the expertise all in one place.
When you partner with them they guide you through those hard frustrating times and make the good times fabulous.
So to IdeaPros I say YES.
To everyone I say.
HAVE A PRODUCTIVE DAY
with IdeaPros at you side.
JS
Jason S.
I was interested until I asked for a…
I was interested until I asked for a different NDA that was not so one sided on their behalf. I expressed concern about the arbitration and how in their NDA, all arbitration had to take place in California. As an inventor, it is important to look out for your invention. Dont use their NDA.
In response: The reason I left three stars was I believe the premis behind what Ideapros.com can do is decent. Your company protects its interest and any other company must protect their interest. If ideapros.com were to invest $500,000 in a company, you will do what is needed to protect those investments, The same can be said for a company with a great innovative product like propertytaxdr.com.
Admittedly, it was disappointing not being able to agree on something as simple as an NDA. I must protect my investment and in the event that something went wrong, it would come at a large cost to my company to send Attorneys to California.
The old saying "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
Response from IdeaProsApr 21, 2020
thanks for the edit - it helps clarify your position. Your idea certainly seems to have merit and I wish you all the best in your endeavors - very interesting concept. I would suggest, however, that you not worry about an app version. Most people who would use something like this are probably sitting at their desk and taking the time to access their property records, etc. Not everything needs to be in app form - this is a perfect example. My "free" review for you is that you can use quite a bit of messaging work and web design; then a real go-to-market strategy and an analysis of your underlying model. The best of luck to you on that - I think you're on to something. Fred Cary, Executive Chairman
PRIOR REPLY
I'm sorry that you did not like our NDA. But, I don't understand why you believe that warrants a 3 star review since we haven't even done business together. If you think you have a great idea please have your attorney review our process and I'll be happy to look at it personally - although I can't promise it's something we will be willing to partner with you on. I've copied our NDA below for anyone to see. As an entrepreneur you will find that most companies that receive unsolicited information refuse to provide any nda at all . Ours is one sided - in your favor. It is very simple and clear, and protects your submission for FIVE years, something literally nobody does. As far as having the jurisdiction be in California, you will find that standard with any company you ever do business with. We get applications from all over the world - nobody should be expected to agree to thousands of different jurisdictions. Anyone who wants to submit an idea should understand that, while we remain willing to consider any idea, we accept very few. I appreciate your concerns and you're absolutely right, it is wise to be protective of your idea. We encourage all Entrepreneurs to be careful about who they try to do business with - that's why I am so proud of our over 100 five star reviews from verified partners and our A+ BBB rating. Happy to talk to you.
Frederick Cary
Executive Chairman
Our NDA
It is understood and agreed that the parties to this Agreement would each like to provide the other with certain information that may be considered confidential. To ensure the protection of such information and in consideration of the agreement to exchange said information, the parties agree as follows:
1. The confidential information to be disclosed under this Agreement ("Confidential Information") can be described as and includes:
Technical and business information relating to proprietary ideas, patentable ideas and/or trade secrets, existing and/or contemplated products and services, research and development, production, costs, profit and margin information, finances and financial projections, customers, clients, marketing, and current or future business plans and models, and shall be maintained for five (5) years from the date of disclosure.
2. This Agreement imposes no obligation upon the parties with respect to any Confidential Information (a) that was possessed before receipt: (b) is or becomes a matter of public knowledge through no fault of receiving party: (C) is rightfully received from a third party not owing a duty of confidentiality: (d) is disclosed to a third party by, or with the authorization of the disclosing party; or (e) is independently developed.
3. FOUNDER understands and agrees that the discovery anticipated as a result of this Agreement shall be with the intent of IDEAPROS agreeing to act as a partner to FOUNDER's business to the extent and time and financial commitment as the parties may agree upon after due diligence. IDEAPROS does not and will not act as an independent promoter, developer, or marketer of any product or service. This due diligence is being conducted with the intent of, but no obligation to, FOUNDER and IDEAPROS entering into a commercial business agreement.
4. Any and all disputes shall be submitted to binding arbitration. This Agreement is made under and shall be construed according to the laws of the State of California. In the event that a dispute arises concerning this Agreement or performance under this Agreement, any and all disputes must be settled by arbitration in San Diego County.
5. FOUNDER warrants and represents to IDEAPROS that this Agreement is motivated by a commercial goal and, as such, represents a commercial, and not a consumer relationship.
WHEREFORE, the parties acknowledge that they have read and understand this Agreement and voluntarily accept the duties and obligations set forth herein.
JD
Janine D.
BECOMING ADDICTION FREE
I am excited to begin working with Idea Pros concerning my invention to assist the human population on conquering any and all addictions out there that they are experiencing.
JW
James W.
Simply The Best There Is.
If you're looking for a fast get your idea to market, this is the wrong place. Look elsewhere and good luck!
If you're looking for an excellent group of people that will purposefully and methodically take you and your idea or product to the best place possible for a successful launch and be ready for it's best possible growth potential even though that might take a while as they help you mold your great idea into its most awesome and profitable version, this is the place!
When I first started looking at Ideapros my wife and I were very skeptical. There are just so many people out there trying to take advantage of us dreamers and creators. I did lots of research on them as a company and individually. They just seem to good to be true. We took the leap of faith and now I'm well into the process but not yet at the end. I've partnered with ideapros and so far I am extremely pleased that I did. They literally provide ALL the expertise that I lack. I am fully confident in all the team at ideapros and that they have no desire to take my money and run or to just tell me what I want to hear. I am convinced that their one and only goal is to see me and my idea succeed in the marketplace. This is why they won't just take any idea or dreamer. If you've got a great idea, give them a try. You won't regret it.
Response from IdeaProsMar 3, 2020
We really appreciate the kind words! And, yes, it takes time to get things right. However, yours in one of the very few products I haven't had to rename - and that's awesome. Fred
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AUGUSTO NICK P.
EXCELLENT FIRST STEP FOR ANY INNOVATIVE…
EXCELLENT FIRST STEP FOR ANY INNOVATIVE IDEAS THAT ONE WISHES TO PURSUE.
Response from IdeaProsMar 3, 2020
Thank you. We're happy to be working together with you on this! Fred
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Ellen K B.
I have contact this company and I am…
I have contact this company and I am just starting out and the guy I talked with was very professional and very nice! I made a new friend and hopefully can get my idea in a working process....Thank you Again!
Response from IdeaProsJan 23, 2020
Thank you Ellen. I hope we will be able to move forward with your idea. In the meantime we have a bunch of free content every entrepreneur should be using - our blog page on our ideapros.com site. and also our facebook live videos on the ideapros page in Facebook.