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Old 11-20-2009, 01:33 PM   #1
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Default 3 Symptoms of a Legitimate Online Business

It is common to hear people asking questions on how to find legitimate internet business. With the alarming rate of internet scams, it has become necessary the general public is enlightened and the forum is one good way to begin.
Below are some of the signs you should take note of.
1. Google & BBB
Simply Google the business or company in question and the result will tell you more about the company. If you can’t find the company or site on Google then there is a huge possibility that the opportunity isn’t real.
Another source you can use to verify a company or site is called the “Better Business Bureau”.
You can search Google for “Better Business Bureau” and proceed to check with the BBB is the company is listed. Reputable businesses often register their presence out there.
2. Money Back Guarantee
Legitimate internet business often offers a money back guarantee. That way you have the chance of test riding the business for FREE while you decide to continue or quit. Always ensure that the duration is long enough for you to experiment.
3. Testimonials
Most good businesses provides testimonial. And these testimonials are from real people who have tested the business. Good companies often provide pictures as well as sites that these people use.
I hope you find the above information valuable.

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Old 11-20-2009, 01:36 PM   #2
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You should also check the WHOIS and do some research on the Owner or search for terms such as XYZ company SUCKS , scam etc...
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Old 11-20-2009, 01:41 PM   #3
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If you're talking about home-based business opportunities, there's a great free e-book download available from this site which give excellent advice on how to tell whether something's really legitimate.

I have no connection with it, myself (apart from having read it!).

It's completely independent, objective and non-promotional, and not linked to any opportunity at all.

You do have to opt in to get it, but the only email you'll ever get from them is a future email offering you, also free of charge, an updated version, when available. It's not being used for any marketing purposes at all, in other words.

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Old 11-20-2009, 01:42 PM   #4
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Good contributions. Thanks. I realize alot of people find it difficult identifying a legitmate business and a scam.

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Good advice, except for the part about the BBB. I wouldn't give any credence to them.

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Good advice, except for the part about the BBB. I wouldn't give any credence to them.
No indeed - that's just a commercially run "private club".

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i always try to contact them and se how fast they are to respond if they have have a number i dial it and have a little chat with them that can give you a feeling if they are professionals


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It is common to hear people asking questions on how to find legitimate internet business. With the alarming rate of internet scams, it has become necessary the general public is enlightened and the forum is one good way to begin.
Below are some of the signs you should take note of.
1. Google & BBB
Simply Google the business or company in question and the result will tell you more about the company. If you can’t find the company or site on Google then there is a huge possibility that the opportunity isn’t real.
Another source you can use to verify a company or site is called the “Better Business Bureau”.
You can search Google for “Better Business Bureau” and proceed to check with the BBB is the company is listed. Reputable businesses often register their presence out there.
2. Money Back Guarantee
Legitimate internet business often offers a money back guarantee. That way you have the chance of test riding the business for FREE while you decide to continue or quit. Always ensure that the duration is long enough for you to experiment.
3. Testimonials
Most good businesses provides testimonial. And these testimonials are from real people who have tested the business. Good companies often provide pictures as well as sites that these people use.
I hope you find the above information valuable.
The combination of the above will give you good result. Appreciate you all. Just have to let people know. I even have to write an article on the topic above and distributing it to article directories.

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If you're talking about home-based business opportunities, there's a great free e-book download available from this site which give excellent advice on how to tell whether something's really legitimate.
thanks Alexa, Great book.

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