newlife and soaringeagle,
You guys are the type of people who give us average PIPS supporters the cult-follower reputation. There is nothing wrong with diversification, and no Billy is not a member of some secret anti-pips alliance. To say that he and Tex are dishonest is quite frankly pure jealous bullshit being spouted by a couple of extremely deluded people. I don't know what else was offered by BTI as I am not nor have I ever been a member, but the credit union will prove a good investment for those who know how to recognize a real opportunity, or who were lucky enough to come across it. I dont invest in any type of MLM or HYIP schemes so I wouldnt know what to say about any other program endorsed by BTI - but from what ive heard I wouldnt recommend them.
Its absolutely pathetic how aggressive and jealous some people become when they see others succeeding.
As for the other scams mentioned, well I think the problem is people are too enthusiastic. Wait for the opportunities to present themselves that you really truly feel can change your life, and then perform the proper DD to make sure it has a good chance of succeeding. Make sure it is planning to go private in the not-so-distant future. Find and speak with those who have already been researching it and talk with the principal(s), find out what their motives are. Look at the track record of both the program/company and the people responsible for it. Make sure your gut is telling you to go for it. Most importantly stay away from anything that labels itself an HYIP/Cycler/Doubler/ or anything similar and personally I stay away from MLM and anything similar to that as well, though this works for some people. One very important point is to make sure the company is not advertising themselves to the HYIP community. The HYIP community is considered to be a huge source of suckers for the would-be scammers wanting to start an HYIP. Make sure you arent being offered anything without an explanation as to how it can be achieved, then dig for proof. This is what I do and so far PIPS is the only mistake I have made, although I still believe it will come through in the end.
Trade