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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2023

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2023

Here’s what we accomplished in 2023 with your help.

Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

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Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

Despite the availability of the data, MLM earnings statements fail to disclose crucial information to recruits, writes guest blogger William Keep.

‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

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‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

It might be a catchy slogan, but it’s not a universally good idea.

Cancer Center Advertising: When Consumer Education and Regulatory Complaints Aren’t Enough

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Cancer Center Advertising: When Consumer Education and Regulatory Complaints Aren’t Enough

TINA.org strives to educate clinicians about patient testimonials.

Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

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Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

Organization reportedly shared information with tech companies for marketing purposes.

Time Freedom Is The New Financial Freedom

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Time Freedom Is The New Financial Freedom

Why the MLM industry should avoid the term.

FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition

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FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition

Commission’s first open meeting with new chair brings action.

‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ and the World of Wellness Influencers

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‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ and the World of Wellness Influencers

Cautionary stories like Belle Gibson’s are not unique.

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2020

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2020

Looking back at 2020.

Kevin Trudeau – one heck of a salesman or one heck of a liar?

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Kevin Trudeau – one heck of a salesman or one heck of a liar?

Self-described “consumer advocate” and “exposer of corporate and government corruption,” this convicted felon lost the latest round in his decade long battle with the FTC. On November 29, 2011, the…

What Happens When Human Marketers Are Replaced, But Human Viewers Are Not

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What Happens When Human Marketers Are Replaced, But Human Viewers Are Not

And why the problem is even worse when those human viewers are kids.

Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

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Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

Deceptive mailings attempt to trick homeowners into thinking they need to take action.

FTC Staff Urge MLMs Not to Rely on Industry Income Disclosure Guidance

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FTC Staff Urge MLMs Not to Rely on Industry Income Disclosure Guidance

Advisory opinion letter raises “serious concerns” with self-reg group’s guidance.

What Every Parent Needs to Know About Willagirl

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What Every Parent Needs to Know About Willagirl

The bottom line of selling this line of cosmetics is not as attractive as it appears.

FTC Should Ban Individual Impersonation Scams

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FTC Should Ban Individual Impersonation Scams

TINA.org submits comment in support of FTC’s proposal to ban fake celebrity endorsements, romance scams and other impersonation scams.

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2021

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2021

Here’s what we accomplished in 2021 with your help.

TINA’s List

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TINA’s List

Readers have told us to look into these MLMs.

Deceptive Income Claims – How Not to Market Your MLM Business

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Deceptive Income Claims – How Not to Market Your MLM Business

How income claims, even truthful ones, can be deceptive when marketing the MLM business opportunity.

The Danger of Loosely Regulated Supplements

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The Danger of Loosely Regulated Supplements

How we can protect ourselves from the $40-50 billion supplement industry amid a shrinking government?

Ghost Orchids and Land Scams: A Review

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Ghost Orchids and Land Scams: A Review

The Orchid Thief, by Susan Orlean, leads us through exotic jungles, backyard gardens, and world-famous greenhouses all in search of the rare ghost orchid, Polyrrbiza lindenii. Notably, this endangered flower…

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2023

Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

Cancer Center Advertising: When Consumer Education and Regulatory Complaints Aren’t Enough

Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

Time Freedom Is The New Financial Freedom

FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition

‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ and the World of Wellness Influencers

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2020

Kevin Trudeau – one heck of a salesman or one heck of a liar?

What Happens When Human Marketers Are Replaced, But Human Viewers Are Not

Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

FTC Staff Urge MLMs Not to Rely on Industry Income Disclosure Guidance

What Every Parent Needs to Know About Willagirl

FTC Should Ban Individual Impersonation Scams

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2021

TINA’s List

Deceptive Income Claims – How Not to Market Your MLM Business

The Danger of Loosely Regulated Supplements

Ghost Orchids and Land Scams: A Review