Warning: Don't be a Madoff. This section is for entertainment purposes only. Do not attempt to replicate the schemes described herein, as they are likely to land you in a world of legal trouble.
Madoff's Ponzi scheme relied heavily on fake returns and fake promises. Don't be a snake oil salesman.
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