mary griges
mt prospect,#2Consumer Suggestion
Mon, November 23, 2009
And when we reach 1st. grade, we will realize sadly that: YES, IT WAS A SCAM!
Forestmarie
Denham Springs,#3Consumer Comment
Mon, June 01, 2009
I just attended the 3-day scam, and I learned a lot from it. It opened up my eyes to some new things whic have resulted in some things I've changed that has helped already... As far the 'sales pitch,' they are an education company. All education companies pitch you on their other classes. Whether the investment is worth it or not is based strictly on results. If it makes you a millionaire for the rest of your life, is $12 to $60K worth it to you? To me, it is. Hands down ... Will you succeed if you do it? I don't know. That's up to you. Only 15-20% of people entering college finish - many who have spend $30-$100K in school loans. Was the college a scam? A rip-off? Nope. Like any endeavor in life, the variable is you. And that's really the bottom line. If someone is posting negativity based on just on the price alone, it says a lot about them. It tells me they look at price first and value last and a big number scares them when that big number is really just a few hundred a month. Additionally, if they haven't tried the product (the course) yet, they really don't know, so their comment is just hearsay and based out of anger that you were hoping to get something for nothing... That's just my .02 cents. P.S. For anyone interested, I didn't have sign up for their more advanced courses yet because I want to conduct more due diligence on the company and talk to some students, both successes and failures. If there is one thing sorely missing from their presentation, it was definitely some social proof and testimonials... I just hope to those doing real research, you don't let "Price" or message board negativity sway your decision.
No Doxy
Chino,#4Consumer Comment
Thu, November 08, 2007
While I agree that education is priceless and real estate is a phenominal way for the average person to build their wealth at a greater-than-average pace, I hope that people proceed with caution when offered a no-money-down preconstruction deal across the states. For us, it sounded too good to be true...and it was. Use caution at this stage and never regret the money spent on valid knowledge.
Steve
Morton,#5Consumer Comment
Tue, November 06, 2007
I also attended the Rich Dad 3 day seminar as well as the free 2 hour introductory seminar. While I did find the freebie to be a bit vague, my interest had very much been piqued. There was alot left to be desired (which is probably the aim of the company). So I signed myself up for the 3-day training sessions. Where can I start... well I started by reviewing the materials that I received upon my purchase of the 3 day training. Not only did I find them helpful and insightful, but they were a far cry from motivational speaking. In fact there was none of that "you can do it" junk in there at all. The guide to real estate investing was the crown jewel of the package and worth a heck of alot if you ask me. It's very in depth and to the contrary of the original poster, does have some step by step guidelines. Even the part where they strongly suggest getting the help of a lawyer when actually drawing up contracts and such. It's in my opinion is that the organization is truly interested in the education of it's attendees. They are teaching ethical and totally legal approaches to creating wealth using real estate as a vehicle. As far as the credit card technique being non-Christian and underhanded well... not sure I can aggree with that. The way I figure is you can either let the credit card companies keep telling you how it's gonna be, or getting them to compete for your business. I mean really... what good does it do them to have you as a cardholder if you're not gonna use their card? Kick em around a little bit. Besides it only stands to help your credit rating in the long run. You're not cheating anybody by exercising this technique. As far as feeling pressured into attending more classes... I felt none. Besides it's education. You have to consider how much money you leave on the table by not getting one compared to how much it costs to get one. After all you do have a choice. You don't have to go and make a post on website if you don't want to participate. Simply opt out all together. This is the USA. You still have a choice... ya know? I just wish my financial situation was a prime to take more of the Rich Dad classes. Until then I'm gonna ponder the question I learned to ask myself in the class... "How can I afford it?" I'm sure I'll find an answer and proceed. Great stuff, Rich Dad.
Steve
Morton,#6Consumer Comment
Tue, November 06, 2007
I also attended the Rich Dad 3 day seminar as well as the free 2 hour introductory seminar. While I did find the freebie to be a bit vague, my interest had very much been piqued. There was alot left to be desired (which is probably the aim of the company). So I signed myself up for the 3-day training sessions. Where can I start... well I started by reviewing the materials that I received upon my purchase of the 3 day training. Not only did I find them helpful and insightful, but they were a far cry from motivational speaking. In fact there was none of that "you can do it" junk in there at all. The guide to real estate investing was the crown jewel of the package and worth a heck of alot if you ask me. It's very in depth and to the contrary of the original poster, does have some step by step guidelines. Even the part where they strongly suggest getting the help of a lawyer when actually drawing up contracts and such. It's in my opinion is that the organization is truly interested in the education of it's attendees. They are teaching ethical and totally legal approaches to creating wealth using real estate as a vehicle. As far as the credit card technique being non-Christian and underhanded well... not sure I can aggree with that. The way I figure is you can either let the credit card companies keep telling you how it's gonna be, or getting them to compete for your business. I mean really... what good does it do them to have you as a cardholder if you're not gonna use their card? Kick em around a little bit. Besides it only stands to help your credit rating in the long run. You're not cheating anybody by exercising this technique. As far as feeling pressured into attending more classes... I felt none. Besides it's education. You have to consider how much money you leave on the table by not getting one compared to how much it costs to get one. After all you do have a choice. You don't have to go and make a post on website if you don't want to participate. Simply opt out all together. This is the USA. You still have a choice... ya know? I just wish my financial situation was a prime to take more of the Rich Dad classes. Until then I'm gonna ponder the question I learned to ask myself in the class... "How can I afford it?" I'm sure I'll find an answer and proceed. Great stuff, Rich Dad.
Steve
Morton,#7Consumer Comment
Tue, November 06, 2007
I also attended the Rich Dad 3 day seminar as well as the free 2 hour introductory seminar. While I did find the freebie to be a bit vague, my interest had very much been piqued. There was alot left to be desired (which is probably the aim of the company). So I signed myself up for the 3-day training sessions. Where can I start... well I started by reviewing the materials that I received upon my purchase of the 3 day training. Not only did I find them helpful and insightful, but they were a far cry from motivational speaking. In fact there was none of that "you can do it" junk in there at all. The guide to real estate investing was the crown jewel of the package and worth a heck of alot if you ask me. It's very in depth and to the contrary of the original poster, does have some step by step guidelines. Even the part where they strongly suggest getting the help of a lawyer when actually drawing up contracts and such. It's in my opinion is that the organization is truly interested in the education of it's attendees. They are teaching ethical and totally legal approaches to creating wealth using real estate as a vehicle. As far as the credit card technique being non-Christian and underhanded well... not sure I can aggree with that. The way I figure is you can either let the credit card companies keep telling you how it's gonna be, or getting them to compete for your business. I mean really... what good does it do them to have you as a cardholder if you're not gonna use their card? Kick em around a little bit. Besides it only stands to help your credit rating in the long run. You're not cheating anybody by exercising this technique. As far as feeling pressured into attending more classes... I felt none. Besides it's education. You have to consider how much money you leave on the table by not getting one compared to how much it costs to get one. After all you do have a choice. You don't have to go and make a post on website if you don't want to participate. Simply opt out all together. This is the USA. You still have a choice... ya know? I just wish my financial situation was a prime to take more of the Rich Dad classes. Until then I'm gonna ponder the question I learned to ask myself in the class... "How can I afford it?" I'm sure I'll find an answer and proceed. Great stuff, Rich Dad.
Steve
Morton,#8Consumer Comment
Tue, November 06, 2007
I also attended the Rich Dad 3 day seminar as well as the free 2 hour introductory seminar. While I did find the freebie to be a bit vague, my interest had very much been piqued. There was alot left to be desired (which is probably the aim of the company). So I signed myself up for the 3-day training sessions. Where can I start... well I started by reviewing the materials that I received upon my purchase of the 3 day training. Not only did I find them helpful and insightful, but they were a far cry from motivational speaking. In fact there was none of that "you can do it" junk in there at all. The guide to real estate investing was the crown jewel of the package and worth a heck of alot if you ask me. It's very in depth and to the contrary of the original poster, does have some step by step guidelines. Even the part where they strongly suggest getting the help of a lawyer when actually drawing up contracts and such. It's in my opinion is that the organization is truly interested in the education of it's attendees. They are teaching ethical and totally legal approaches to creating wealth using real estate as a vehicle. As far as the credit card technique being non-Christian and underhanded well... not sure I can aggree with that. The way I figure is you can either let the credit card companies keep telling you how it's gonna be, or getting them to compete for your business. I mean really... what good does it do them to have you as a cardholder if you're not gonna use their card? Kick em around a little bit. Besides it only stands to help your credit rating in the long run. You're not cheating anybody by exercising this technique. As far as feeling pressured into attending more classes... I felt none. Besides it's education. You have to consider how much money you leave on the table by not getting one compared to how much it costs to get one. After all you do have a choice. You don't have to go and make a post on website if you don't want to participate. Simply opt out all together. This is the USA. You still have a choice... ya know? I just wish my financial situation was a prime to take more of the Rich Dad classes. Until then I'm gonna ponder the question I learned to ask myself in the class... "How can I afford it?" I'm sure I'll find an answer and proceed. Great stuff, Rich Dad.
E&n
Winston-Salem,#9Consumer Comment
Tue, November 06, 2007
Rich Dad Education, The Wealth Academy Rich Dad Education/ The Wealth Academy HELPED US- it is NOT a rip off, and the people who say it is haven't opened their minds and need to read this! Scottsdale Arizona For everyone who is saying that Rich Dad Education is a rip off, they need to open their minds a bit and see the bigger picture. We are located in Ft Lauderdale, Florida, and attended a Rich Dad 3 day training in West Palm Beach. Yes, there was a sales pitch. But if you saw through the sales and listened to what you could actually do with the education they are selling, you would realize the magnitude of knowledge that Rich Dad / The Wealth Academy is making available to you, and that the price of the advanced training classes are actually quite low. How much money did you spend on your college education? And how much money have you MADE off of that college education? For the price you pay for classes, CDs, books or whatever you need to excel your wealth, you WILL make it up in less than a year if you are aggressive, and then skyrocket after that, way beyond your current financial expectations. My boyfriend and I attended the three day seminar in July of this year. We signed up for the advanced classes, and have taken three of them. As part of our package, we also had an incredible personal mentor come to our city for three days and make sure we were implementing the classes properly. My husband and I have both quit our jobs to peruse this full time. We are making more money than we could dream of, and have met hundreds of wonderful and positive people along the way. Our dreams and goals have maximized beyond our furthest dreams, and we are reaching them at a fast pace. This is all thanks to Rich Dad Education and the Wealth Academy. I am personally saddened for those who do not see the value in this education, as it is not likely that they will never achieve total financial freedom. E&N Winston-Salem, North Carolina
James
Tampa,#10Author of original report
Wed, October 31, 2007
Keep up with the dates & locations for the "free" seminars (the pre-$495 shakedown) http://www.richdadeducation.com/index.aspx attach small flyers to the cars outside with the ripoffreport.com web address and what keywords to type in, along with a suggestion to get the refund within the 72 hr period Perhaps even find out where & when the 3 day is, and distribute the same flyers