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Buying a Janitorial Services Franchise [PDF] [en español]
Explains how these franchises work, problems that may arise, and requirements under the FTC Franchise Rule. 3.75"x8.5", 20 pages, color.
Day Trading Ads: Cutting Through the 'Bull' [PDF]
Cautions consumers about ads for some day trading systems or advisory services that make investing look like a virtual bonanza. 8.5"x11", 4 pages.
Invention Promotion Firms [PDF]
Description: Urges consumers to use caution when it comes to determining market potential for their inventions. Tips to avoid falling for the sweet-sounding promises of a fraudulent promotion firm. 8.5"x11", 4 pages.
Investment Risks [PDF]
Cautions consumers about ventures that are touted as sure-fire money-makers. Explains approaches used by investment scam artists to take your money. 8.5"x11", 4 pages.
The Bottom Line About Multilevel Marketing Plans and Pyramid Schemes [PDF]
Explains how to spot the warning signs of an illegal pyramid scheme and gives tips on evaluating the trustworthiness and value of a multilevel marketing opportunity. 8.5”x11”, 4 pages.
Seminar Pitch: A Real Curve Ball [PDF]
Warns consumers about solicitations and infomercials promoting seminars and conferences that promise to help consumers make a lot of money. Tips to avoid getting hit by the seminar pitch. 8.5"x11", 4 pages.

Don’t Let Deception Steal Your Invention [PDF]
Urges consumers to use caution when it comes to determining market potential for their inventions. Tips to avoid falling for the sweet-sounding promises of a fraudulent promotion firm.

Last Modified: Tuesday, June 19, 2012