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To: Frank_Ching who wrote (7996)	5/23/2000 12:58:00 AM
From: Francois Goelo	Read Replies (6) \| Respond to of 10354

FC, I doubt that, they have a serious case of VIRAL INFECTION... where ZSUN is concerned and only Death or JAIL without Internet connection could possibly provide a reprieve... A controlled thread, where they can only post if tolerated, meaning NEVER, is definitely the answer here... JMHO, F. Goelo + + +

To: Frank_Ching who wrote (7996)	5/23/2000 11:33:00 AM
From: StockDung	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 10354

Did you happen to read this article? ->Get Rich? Get Real! Infomercial Hucksters Loot Public's Pockets, Lure Consumers With Miracle Wealth Plans PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y., May 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Turn on the tube and there they are: the brassy, beaming infomercial hosts who vow they can help YOU get rich quick. But it's more likely that the ones getting rich are the hucksters themselves, warns Reader's Digest magazine. And despite ongoing investigations spurred by thousands of consumer complaints each year, more gullible consumers join the list of victims regularly. "Get Rich? Get Real," in the magazine's June 2000 issue, details how these "business opportunity" programs continue to fleece the faithful, on TV and radio, in newspapers and now on the Internet. "The whole theme is, 'it's a sure thing,'" says Federal Trade Commission official Jodie Bernstein. One sure thing, investigators tell Reader's Digest reporter Anita Bartholomew, is that consumers who take the low-priced bait -- a free seminar or introductory kit -- can get hooked for thousands of dollars more in books, tapes, seminars and unmarketable inventory. Offering dubious financial advice, direct marketing schemes and some very un-real estate opportunities, here are several top infomercial gurus that customers may regret ever seeing: * Wade Cook. Regaling audiences with his rise from cab driver to Wall Street wizard, Cook proclaims that his stock-picking strategies can work for you, too. His low-cost introductory seminars promise the secret -- just pony up another $5695 for his two-day Wall Street Workshop (not to mention his tapes, videos and advanced courses, too). None of the workshop alumni contacted by Reader's Digest said they'd made money with his methods. But despite continuing lawsuits and investigations alleging fraud and false advertising -- Cook's operations deny any wrongdoing -- Cook's shows play to thousands across America each week. * Brad Richdale's Publishing 4 Profit. California CPA Andrea Thomas figured she had little to lose by ordering Richdale's "Secrets to Making Money Now," a $34.95 kit telling how to place tiny classified ads for big profit. But a telemarketer also managed to lure her into Richdale's $3,000 P4P program, which promises primo paydays from selling various books -- mostly government publications, many already available free. Florida investigators also believe some of the "customers" giving testimonials were actually Richdale employees. A federal investigation is currently under way. * William and Chantal McCorkle vowed to put up William's money for quick-buck realty buys. Thousands bought into that claim, but he probably financed less than 20 properties in all, says Florida Assistant Attorney General Jacqueline Dowd. The McCorkles are now in federal prison, appealing their convictions of conspiring to commit mail fraud, wire fraud and money laundering. But their infomercial brethren still pollute the airwaves with similar methods -- lavish promises, bait-and-switch home-learning kits, shills masquerading as ecstatic investors. That's why "Get Real," in the June 2000 issue of Reader's Digest, urges consumers to look before leaping: * Ask the company for documents about its lawsuit history. * Don't fall for a few glowing testimonials; ask to see proof of typical customer earnings. * If the company is public, check audited statements. * Contact customers invested in the business, and check for complaints with consumer-protection agencies and Internet bulletin boards. And as the infomercial hucksters won't tell you, but your mom probably would: if any offer seems too good to be true, it probably is. For a magazine subscription, call 888-344-3782. For more information on this topic, visit readersdigest.com. SOURCE Reader's Digest CO: Reader's Digest ST: New York IN: PUB HOU SU: 05/23/2000 08:48 EDT prnewswire.com