Monthly Archives: December 2013

Concerns about Merchant Account Processing: Should I Have Only One Merchant Account?

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Charity

This is a question for a MLM startup or existing company as opposed to a MLM consultant. For distributors who drive customers to their replicated websites, the company has in place credit card processing capability. For a MLM company, it … Continue reading →

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Herbalife: Belgian Appeal Court: Herbalife is No Pyramid: Validates Legitimacy The Next Chapter in Recognition of Personal Use

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Charity

By Jeffrey A. Babener © 2013 http://www.mlmlegal.com Like the pine trees lining the winding road, I got a name… Jim Croce And That Name Is Not “Pyramid” So says a Belgian Appeal Court about American direct selling/network marketing company, Herbalife, … Continue reading →

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MLM Executive Q&A: How can I determine cost of goods? How do I price my products for retail, distributor and direct-to-consumer sales?

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Charity

Obviously, your cost of goods is calculated as your acquisition or manufacturing cost. The more frequent question involves pricing. Most MLM experts agree that you must have adequate margins to pay commissions and to make a profit. Different products and … Continue reading →

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MLMLegal.com Launches the Innovation Campaign for the February 27th & 28th, 2014 MLM Startup Conference!

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Charity

Fill out the short survey here to receive two free tickets (worth $345.00!) to the next MLM Startup Conference in Las Vegas!** For over 26 years MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates has hosted the most prestigious MLM conference for … Continue reading →

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Getting Started on a Network Marketing Business Plan

Posted on December 5, 2013 by Charity

Developing a business plan is important for any startup network marketing company. A business plan can help to communicate how you plan to build sales, raise capital, determine future funding needs, and define key elements of your operation intentions. Clear … Continue reading →

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Herbalife Releases Statement Regarding Results of Belgian Court Ruling

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Charity

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 →