These 11 biggest get rich quick schemes of all time have made a few rich and left many poor. It’s surprising how a lot of people still fall for get rich quick schemes today. Many have to learn the hard way when it comes to keeping and earning money. Often, when we get the idea that it’s too good to be true, it usually is. This is especially true when it comes to money. The schemes listed here have known to swindle money from a lot of people and some even reaching into the pockets of wealthy corporations.
Even in today’s times, get rich quick schemes try to weasel their way through different forms of media. Even the online world has had their fair share of scams and schemes. You’ll find them in your emails, social media and even in Kickstarter. The scams in Kickstarter are evident in this list of The 5 Biggest Kickstarter Scams that Swindled Backers Donations. These schemes try to appeal to man’s nature. They try to convince a lot of people that you need to invest in them so you get money and get the things that you want. Often times these types of people and companies have learned to smooth talk their way into convincing others.
Have you encountered a scheme like this in your life? If so, you’re probably not alone. As it’s estimated that a person will experience at least one type of false scheme once in their lives. Let’s find out what the biggest schemes are as we go through this list:
11. John Beck’s Real Estate System
John Beck got featured a lot on TV and online because he claimed to have the secret of buying homes just for a few hundred dollars. He released a series of books and DVDs for $40 claiming that other people can learn the secret too. Many of those who bought his product claimed it was a rip-off and filed numerous complaints. Many claimed that the books and DVDs just repeated stuff over and over again.
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