Common sense would dictate that all the claims be laid out on the table, so that they could be examined before any initial investment is made. If the claims can stand up to tough questions with some straight answers, then one might consider investing. Unfortunately, there are people who don' t ask these tough questions, or accept ambiguous responses as answers. Skepticism may not win you friends, but at least you won't lose your wallet. We live in economically uncertain times.
Financial security can be a very powerful motivator.
However, enterprising people can use this motivation to manipulate. This is the story of Amway. I recommend that before you delve into any financial plan that requires you to spend money for some future windfall, you should read these critiques. Some are testimonies from average people who believed in The Plan, only to find that they lose their families, friends, and the economic security that they thought was guaranteed. The untold story. - a rather enthusiastic and informative critique of Amway distributorships.