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Are you looking for the free money grant programs you saw advertised on TV? If you are, sorry, but your dreams of free money are about to burst - especially if you're looking for business start-up funding, free money to build a real estate empire or pay off your bills.
But before you read on, please know that we do not view free money salesmen as competition and therefore someone we need to "beat." What they do and what we do are no more related than witchdoctors are to surgeons.
So, is there really "free money" in the grants world? No, there isn't. And if there was, be assured, we'd be lazing on a quiet beach right now counting seagulls.
Please take a moment to review the following independent, corroborating references. Then, if your needs persist consider contacting the US Small Business Administration for business matters or your local United Way for personal ones. We wish you happiness and prosperity.
Lesko Exposed.
He's the TV guy with question marks on his jacket. Truth or . . . ?
This report is mentioned in the above article.
The Myth of Free Government Money: A Perennial and Pernicious Scam
Why do so many entrepreneurs believe in the Tooth Fairy?
Business Week Online
by Karen E. Klein
"The late-night TV infomercial is so alluring: 'Come to our seminar and find out how you can get your government grant to start a small business!' a breathless announcer intones. 'Just $300.' A smiling entrepreneur assures in a taped testimonial: 'I got $40,000 for my small business!'" [full story]
Salon.com
National Grants Conference review by Carol Lloyd of salon.com.
"We've paid $10 to get in, seeking solid financial information about this faraway world of bureaucratic maneuverings. But first we must be subjected to a lube job, where our inner lives are opened and oiled." [full story]
'Free' money can be costly
North County Times
by Bradley J. Fikes
"Skepticism is an investor's best friend, gullibility the worst enemy. Keep that thought in mind when someone asks for your money, and you will be safe . . ." [full story]
Small Business Development Centers
Professionals share their observations.
Too many comments to list here, but this one is priceless: "We contacted the IL Attorney General's office and others regarding this outfit and found that NCG has been under investigation in several states . . ." [many more here]
Ripoff Report .com
One victim's story
"Attended National Grants Conference in Roanoke, Virginia in March 2002. They were very convincing about being able to get grants and forgivable loans for the everyday 'Joe'. They hooked me. I along with many others could use the 'free' money to pay for my house as well as make necessary repairs and get help for my husband's small business . . ." [more stories]
Grants conference raises red flags with state officials
Bismark Tribune
by Joe Gardyasz
Friday, October 20, 2000
"The seminar at the Seven Seas Inn in Mandan resembled a religious revival. Rather than leaving with renewed faith, however, many participants left with wallets $800 lighter and uncertain prospects of getting what they paid for . . ."
National Grants Conference is Back in Town!
Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho
June 2, 2003
"'Anytime you see anything that says FREE Money, don’t believe it. Making money in real estate is hard work, and people should not be misled,' states Jan Quintrall, President of the BBB Serving Eastern Washington and North Idaho." [full story]
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