A good rule of thumb is to look at whether the profit to be made comes from selling a true product or service at a reasonable price or does the profit come from recruiting other members. For additional tips concerning the purchase of business opportunities see our fact sheet on business opportunities and the FTC Franchise Rule . We also have the pyramid statute and the business opportunity statute on-line. All health spas conducting business or intending to conduct business in Kentucky must register with the Consumer Protection Division prior to the sale of any membership. Health Spas are required to post a bond if long term memberships are sold.
Spas provide members with written contracts.
Before signing a contract, read it carefully. Spa contract are legally binding agreements. For additional information on the Kentucky Health Spa Act see our fact sheet or review the statute. Preneed Burial Contracts Prepaid burial plans are regulated by the Attorney General unless those plans are funded by insurance. The funeral director is required to place those funds in a trust account audited by this office.