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Free “How To” Manual – Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company for Executives of Network Marketing Companies

Visit www.mlmlegal.com for your FREE copy of the Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company manual.                 The “How To” Manual: Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company – FREE (For qualifying executives … Continue reading

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Distributor FAQ: In regards to event sales, such as fairs, kiosks, vending machines, etc., am I authorized to sell my company’s products at such events?

Most companies would prohibit sales in flea markets, swap meets, kiosks, trade shows, garage sales, or other event locations. It is generally viewed that such locations dilute the value of the company’s products and opportunity. Companies typically prohibit sales in … Continue reading

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Quote of the Week – Future of 2014

“Looking from your perspective, what will be the most important issue, whether it be an opportunity or a threat, in the direct selling industry that will need a closer focus Next Year?” As one American troubadour notes, “money talks, but … Continue reading

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Press Release: MLMLegal.com Releases Trilogy of Articles on Personal Use: Herbalife Belgium; Herbalife and Short Sellers; Burnlounge Music Portal

Herbalife Belgium: In a dramatic turn, a Belgian appeals courts reverses a lower court ruling and hold that Hebalife is no pyramid, but is in fact a legitimate direct selling business opportunity. The court validates “personal use” by distributors in … Continue reading

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Herbalife Releases Statement Regarding Results of Belgian Court Ruling

A lower court ruling that had previously claimed that the international nutritional company, Herbalife, was operating as a pyramid scheme was overturned December 3, 2013. An appellate court declared that Herbalife was in fact operating in complete compliance with Belgian … Continue reading

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Next MLM Startup Conference – Feb. 27 & 28, 2014

The MLM Startup Conference for Executives of Startup and Existing Direct Selling Companies takes place February 27th & 28th, 2014 in Las Vegas. This is the 66th annual, two-day conference, featuring industry experts and invaluable tools for the MLM startup … Continue reading

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Only Two Weeks Left Until the Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference

There are only two weeks left to register for the MLM Startup Conference for Executives of Startup and Existing Direct Selling Companies. This is the 65th annual, two-day conference, featuring industry experts and invaluable tools for the MLM startup entrepreneur. … Continue reading

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Why Do I Need an Experienced Network Marketing Attorney?

An experienced and seasoned direct sales attorney can be the single most valuable resource that a MLM company can ever utilize. Look for a professional who has represented leading direct selling companies as well as startup companies. As industry experts, … Continue reading

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MLMLegal.com Featured in September Issue of Direct Selling News

  Direct Selling News featured MLM expert attorney, Jeff Babener, editor of MLMLegal.com, in its September issue. Direct Selling News sourced the following notable article “Herbalife: What the Short Sellers Missed on the Way to the Press Conference,” written by … Continue reading

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Why do MLM Companies have to Pay Sales Tax?

This is a long complicated story and not without ongoing legal dispute. Unlike mail order firms which are immune from sales and use tax, direct selling companies are viewed by state officials as having “nexus” (sufficient contacts in a state … Continue reading

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