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Q. I've been approached about multilevel marketing. What should I watch for?

A.

MLM has a 20-day cooling-off period. "Easy money" claims constitute illegal solicitation.

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MLM is regulated under Specified Commercial Transactions Act Art. 33. Cooling-off: 20 days (Art. 40). Mid-term cancellation: within 1 year with unused products (Art. 40-2). "Easy money" claims are illegal solicitation (Art. 34). Consider relationship risks.

This article provides general legal information and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal issues, please consult with a qualified attorney.

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