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Episode 133 - Pyramid & Ponzi Schemes
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What really is a pyramid scheme? What's a Ponzi scheme? And the heck is the difference? Ever joined a multi-level marketing company? We talk about that too and review some of the most popular pyramid, Ponzi, and MLM companies, over the years. How do you stay vigilant with all of these schemes flying around? We'll tell you what red flags you should look for to protect yourself and your money!
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Sources
https://www.gradschools.com/get-informed/student-guide/top-10-pyramid-schemes
https://www.investopedia.com/insights/what-is-a-pyramid-scheme/
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Bernie-Madoff
https://arrestyourdebt.com/amway-pyramid-scheme/
https://factsaboutherbalife.com/the-facts/the-herbalife-pyramid-scheme/
https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/is-mary-kay-a-pyramid-scheme/
https://harpers.org/archive/2012/08/the-pink-pyramid-scheme/
https://pinktruth.com/wp-content/uploads/harpers-pink-pyramid-scheme.pdf
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What really is a pyramid scheme? What's a Ponzi scheme? And the heck is the difference? Ever joined a multi-level marketing company? We talk about that too and review some of the most popular pyramid, Ponzi, and MLM companies, over the years. How do you stay vigilant with all of these schemes flying around? We'll tell you what red flags you should look for to protect yourself and your money!
Episode 133 on Pyramid & Ponzi Schemes - AVAILABLE NOW!!
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Sources
https://www.gradschools.com/get-informed/student-guide/top-10-pyramid-schemes
https://www.investopedia.com/insights/what-is-a-pyramid-scheme/
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Bernie-Madoff
https://arrestyourdebt.com/amway-pyramid-scheme/
https://factsaboutherbalife.com/the-facts/the-herbalife-pyramid-scheme/
https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/is-mary-kay-a-pyramid-scheme/
https://harpers.org/archive/2012/08/the-pink-pyramid-scheme/
https://pinktruth.com/wp-content/uploads/harpers-pink-pyramid-scheme.pdf
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…
continue reading
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