The Secret Sister gift exchange may look festive, but it's an illegal pyramid scheme that resurfaces every holiday season.

You might have seen the famous pink Cadillac driven by successful Mary Kay salespeople. Or, maybe you noticed someone on your Instagram feed showing off their Herbalife swag along side images of their ...

Not every side hustle is what it appears to be. You might come across some that look like simple ways to make extra money, ...

Have you ever been approached for a “business opportunity” that promises you’ll earn a ton of money from your home? This is a subtle warning that someone may be attempting to recruit you as part of a ...

The “Direct Sales Consumer Protection Act” is being carried by Sen. Clay Yarborough ( SB 712) and Rep. Ryan Chamberlin ( HB ...

Scammers want you to believe they're offering you a legitimate money-making opportunity. Seniors are seen as prime targets due to the potential that they have money saved for retirement. If an ...

Better Business Bureau serving Canton Region and Greater West Virginia offers tips and advice for consumers to avoid fraudulent practices. A "Secret Santa" around the office, or with friends and ...

When Darrin Moret was asked to participate in a business venture that promised him easy money, it seemed like a good deal. But he didn't know was it was a pyramid scheme until it was too late. Host ...

A gripping new documentary miniseries is bringing attention to multilevel marketing platforms. "LuLaRich," available on Amazon Prime, chronicles the story of LuLaRoe, a clothing empire famous for its ...

The Government of New Zealand has previously funded Branislav Hock's research on pyramid schemes but not directly related to this article. The Government of New Zealand has previously funded research ...