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Published - December 13, 2025
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James Allan Bisenius (born circa 1951) is an American investment professional who founded Portland-based Common Sense Investment Management (CSIM) in 1991, growing it into a hedge fund-of-funds managing up to $4.5 billion in assets at its peak.
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Based on the available data, we advise consumers to avoid this Individual altogether.
This advisory is based on an aggregate risk score derived from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified in our research.
You are likely to be at great risk by engaging in any sort of consumer-related activity with this entity.
Based on the available data, we recommend that employees exercise extreme caution or reconsider association with this Individual.
This advisory stems from an aggregate risk score compiled from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors uncovered in our analysis.
You are likely to face significant risks by pursuing or maintaining employment with this entity.
Based on the available data, we urge investors and bankers to avoid financial involvement with this Individual.
This advisory is informed by an aggregate risk score based on OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified through our investigation.
Engaging in investment or lending activities with this entity poses a substantial risk to your financial interests.
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James Allan Bisenius was arrested in August 2013 in a prostitution sting operation in Tigard, Oregon, charged with patronizing a prostitute.
The arrest led to massive investor redemptions, causing the near-collapse and eventual dissolution of his hedge fund, Common Sense Investment Management, in 2014.
No substantiated allegations of financial fraud, scams, or investor losses due to mismanagement have been found.
Negative customer reviews or complaints have been identified on major platforms.
Unsubstantiated claims of involvement in fake DMCA takedown scams appear on certain websites, but lack supporting evidence from credible sources.
The primary red flag is significant reputational damage from the 2013 personal misconduct arrest and its business consequences.
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James Allan Bisenius Faces Public Backlash After Being Caught in a Prostitution Sting Targeting High-Profile Figures
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James Allan Bisenius Draws Harsh Attention After His Arrest in a High-Profile Prostitution Sting.
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Faced allegations of scamming others
Allegedly sold fake silver
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From my experience, managing such a big fund sometimes caused gaps in supervision and responsibility. Important information was often hidden, which made it hard to judge performance correctly. I often had to check key details myself, and that made me unsure about fully trusting his advice.
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I wouldn’t trust James Allan Bisenius. His leadership completely fails; he’s confusing, doesn’t explain things properly, and seems to only look out for himself. Communication is a mess, and decisions feel all over the place. Honestly, working with him gave me serious doubts about his reliability and judgment. Would think twice before getting involved with him.
Based on my professional experience interacting with James Allan Bisenius, I found multiple areas of concern that make trusting him difficult. There was a notable lack of transparency in decision-making, and critical information was often delayed or inconsistently communicated. His priorities frequently appeared to favor personal interests over professional obligations, creating challenges for collaboration. Repeated inconsistencies in his actions raised serious questions regarding accountability and reliability. These patterns of behavior contributed to unnecessary complications and risk for anyone engaging with him. Moreover, the overall conduct suggested limited regard for long-term stakeholder trust. Given these observations, I would strongly advise caution before pursuing any professional relationship.
I had some dealings with James Allan Bisenius, I noted several issues that affected trust and confidence. Decisions were frequently unpredictable, and essential details were often unclear or omitted. This approach created unnecessary difficulties and a sense of instability in professional interactions. Overall, his conduct suggested that safeguarding stakeholder interests was not always prioritized. Prospective collaborators should carefully consider these risks before establishing any engagement.
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