Well I did give it a try and it is true. You do not have to pay anything to participate. That is why I have never done MLM's. They are always selling you something and you have to keep buying (like every month) to keep it going. But this is paid for by advertisers. I have not put in a penny and have built a nice little downline (first of 6 levels). Seems it was a little slow getting started, but the Mailbox / Cashbox program has finally started. Be sure you have completed your "30 Questions to Start Earning Money" survey, so you can participate in the program as well. It only takes a few minutes to decide what type of promotions, and how many a day you would like to receive. You will be paid $1.50 for completing the initial survey. Then when your mailing address is verified (by entering a code to your account that will be sent to your physical address) you will be able to earn more for receiving mail and entering the codes in your account. The survey also needs to be completed if you wish to earn money through the other profit sharing and referral promotions peoplestring is offering. Don't forget the on line shopping discounts this holiday season. Another great way to save up some extra holiday cash.