Monthly Archives: July 2013

What is “Front Loading” or “Inventory-Loading?”

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Charity

Front loading is when a MLM company requires a consultant to purchase an unreasonable amount of inventory that cannot realistically be resold and/or used within a reasonable amount of time. Apart from general pyramiding accusations, the direct selling industry can … Continue reading →

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Why do MLM Companies have to Pay Sales Tax?

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Charity

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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MLM Executive FAQ: Do I have to pay sales taxes in states with sales tax laws?

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Charity

Most companies will be registered to pay sales taxes throughout the country. However, most network marketing companies will only register to do business as a foreign corporation doing business in those states in which they have a physical presence, such … Continue reading →

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What’s a downline? What is an upline?

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Charity

The definitions of “upline” and “downline” can be rather simple to explain even though compensation plan structures are rather complex. Here we have provided a brief and simple explanation of uplines and downlines. Multi-level marketing, otherwise known as network marketing, … Continue reading →

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Melaleuca Reports Another Year of Record Sales

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Charity

Melaleuca reported annual revenues of $1.13 billion for the calendar year 2012. Melaleuca’s annual revenue for 2012 is up 9.2% over 2011. Eastidahonews.com reported that Melaleuca is one of the most consistently-growing direct selling companies, with growth in 26 out … Continue reading →

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Women Selling Person-To-Person Dominate Global Direct Selling: The WFDSA Released Annual Results

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Charity

The World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA) has released its 2012 global direct sales statistics. In its document titled “Global Sales by Sales Method – 2012” the WFDSA outlined retail sales by sales method and the gender of direct … Continue reading →

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What are the Largest Global Markets for Direct Selling? The WFDSA Released Annual Results: ‘Global Sales and Direct Selling Community – 2012’

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Charity

The World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA) has released its 2012 global direct sales statistics. In its document titled “Global Sales and Direct Selling Community – 2012” the WFDSA outlined worldwide regional sales, the top ten global markets for … Continue reading →