LiveGoodPitfalls: What They Don't Tell You Before You Join
DSSRC recommends termination for non-compliant income claims, 2x15 forced matrix, $9.95/mo + $40 affiliate fee.
Last updated: March 22, 2026
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Why This Page Exists
MLM recruiters focus on income potential, but policies determine whether you can keep what you earn. We analyzed LiveGood's policies and procedures to identify the hidden gotchas that most people don't discover until it's too late.
🔎 Policy Pitfalls Breakdown
DSSRC recommends termination for income claim violations
"DSSRC recommended that LiveGood pursue appropriate enforcement mechanisms, including the termination or suspension of the individuals' account if the posts were made by active salesforce members, for any salesforce member that is unresponsive to LiveGood's takedown requests."
Source: BBB National Programs DSSRC Case #210-2025, May 13, 2025
LiveGood did not indicate intent to comply with DSSRC
"This was the second inquiry into LiveGood, and LiveGood did not provide a Company statement indicating an intent to comply with DSSRC's recommendations."
Source: BBB National Programs DSSRC Case #210-2025, May 13, 2025
18 earnings claims found problematic by DSSRC
"The inquiry included 18 earnings claims and six product performance claims. DSSRC was concerned that the subject claims communicated the message that LiveGood salesforce members can generally expect to earn significant income."
Source: BBB National Programs DSSRC Case #210-2025, May 13, 2025
2x15 forced matrix heavily favors early joiners
"Members get placed in a 2x15 Matrix. As new members join, they fill positions beneath you." Early joiners get spillover advantage; late joiners start from scratch.
Source: LiveGood Compensation Plan
Matrix commissions start at 2.5% of $9.95 membership
"Affiliates earn a percentage of their monthly membership fees (starting at 2.5% depending on rank)." At base level, this equals ~$0.25 per member per month.
Source: LiveGood Compensation Plan
$9.95/month plus $40 affiliate signup
"The membership fee is $9.95, and the affiliate sign-up fee is $40." Unlike traditional MLMs, no product purchase required, but ongoing fee creates baseline cost.
Source: LiveGood FAQ
10% bonus on customer first product orders
"Additional income streams include a customer acquisition bonus of 10% on a customer's first product order." One-time bonus on initial orders only.
Source: LiveGood Compensation Plan
50% matching bonus on matrix commissions
"50% of Matrix commissions are paid as a matching bonus." This requires active recruiting to benefit from.
Source: LiveGood Compensation Plan
📝 The Bottom Line
LiveGood has been subject to TWO DSSRC inquiries for problematic income claims, and "did not provide a Company statement indicating intent to comply." DSSRC recommends "termination or suspension" for non-compliant members. The 2x15 forced matrix mathematically favors early joiners. $9.95/mo + $40 to start.
✅ Before You Join LiveGood: 5 Questions to Ask
- 1"Can I see the complete Policies and Procedures before signing anything?" — Review the actual document, not just summaries.
- 2"What exactly happens to my organization if I leave or am terminated?" — Get specifics, not vague reassurances.
- 3"What are the non-compete or non-solicitation restrictions after leaving?" — Know how long and what's restricted.
- 4"What is the exact monthly purchase or activity requirement to qualify for commissions?" — Calculate the annual cost before any earnings.
- 5"Can you show me the official income disclosure statement?" — See what typical participants actually earn.
Official policies: https://bbbprograms.org/programs/advertising/dssrc/cases/livegood
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