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    Jan 29th 2007

    A few days ago David, one of our reader asked me to check on A3Union. I didn’t exactly bother much because the site was not loading properly for me then. Via a proxy, things went well and let’s do some little research.

    I have emailed the administrator, David for due diligence permission. The reply,

    Assistance 247 LTD started offering investment services online in August 2006. Our company has been incorporated in March 2002, and the trading team consists of specialists with more than 5 years of experience in day trading on the Stock Market.
    All A3Union portfolios are based on separated asetts. Every fund is managed individually.

    A3Union’s guarantees are based on business standards - a loan contract, company’s proof of legitimacy and our highly professional trading techniques. We believe that’s more than enough for all A3Union investors, however contracts are provided for investments over a certain minimum.

    You can also see some of our trading
    history at our reports section - http://www.a3union.com/news.shtml Make sure you have our yearly report at the page provided.

    We accept both deposits and withdrawals by e-gold or bank wire transfers.

    The withdrawals will be made instantly to your e-gold account through the automated withdrawal section of the website. Also we process withdrawals via a wire transfer if our customer prefers this method instead of e-gold.

    In order to arrange this deposit, I will need the following details from
    you:

    Name on the bank account:
    Contact phone number:
    Exact amount to be deposited:
    Account id:

    We don’t charge any fees for incoming wires. After that I will provide you with our offshore banking details so this transaction will be completely tax free and completed in a prompt manner.

    As soon as you’re ready to get started, just let me know these details and I’ll send back the agreement along with our company incorporation copies and all neccesary documentation to get started.

    Appreciate your reply and looking forward to serve you as A3Union’s preferred client including any neccesary assistance delivered on personal level.

    Thank you,
    David Forsman
    Asset Manager
    phone: +44 (0)20 7099 2101
    e-mail:

    Google A3Union and you find HYWD interview and Investigation from HYIP-Assistant on DTM

    I’ve went through the reports that David asked me to view, and it really doesn’t look convincing. Any of the these normal financial reports could be grabbed from any Stock Exchange sites and tailored to their own.

    Sentiments from HYWD’s interviews are negative. The important thing that bugged me was this done by HYIP-Assistant,

    The most significant thing is that the operating system of a computer
    where this PDF file was created was Windows XP Home and the
    language to use for non-unicode texts was set to Russian… Why?

    Unless they allow us to visit them and check out their trading, else it’s better that your money is in your pocket.

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    44 Responses to “A3Union - Steer Clear”  

    1. Gravatar Icon 1 mbongwe

      “and the language to use for non-unicode texts was set to Russian…”

      Now I remember that when we had some chats with them, they were replying pretty fast in my day hours (same timezone with Russia), while they were quiet in the night. Ties up well with the above.

    2. Gravatar Icon 2 adamswe

      russians…. blaah

    3. Gravatar Icon 3 autosurfmaster

      Russian has turn itself to scammer factory…keep plumping out nonstop…

    4. Gravatar Icon 4 Jude

      Ukraine is one place too (according to curt on my conversation with him)

    5. Gravatar Icon 5 Sakhi

      Ive been associated with a3union for 4 months now.. and ive been getting my money back along with the interest… Yes I did have some technical problems in between but they were all addressed. I emailed them and got responses accordingly. But yes I was wondering how far long I should continue investing with them. But you guys haven’t researched anymore i suppose?

    6. Gravatar Icon 6 psyko79

      The fact that you got your principal back with profits doesn’t mean it’s not a scam.

      It can still close at any moment, leaving the current investors without their funds. They will choose the time where they can make the more money and maybe they don’t think they got enough money yet…

      One thing I remember about A3Union is that they changed their Whois information a few weeks after they started. I checked the Whois and two days after it was different (with a totally different address…), so that’s not a good sign neither.

    7. Gravatar Icon 7 Sakhi

      Ok that makes sense and I agree Im not completely convinced yet and Ive been testing it a bit.

      Now about the whois info, well that is not a very good sign true.

      Another query I had, They seem pretty genuine when you actually interact with them, on the phone and through mails, People have done Due Diligence on them through these means as well, In fact I have interacted with them through mails, I just wonder why would a scammer take time to explain and change situations?

      I found another review, seems like a pretty good website, But I really cant seem to make much out of them. I wonder if anyone could really look into the address and Numbers since they have provided those? Anyone you know from London who may be able to look into it?

      heres the links for the reviews, some related links as well, they all show positive reviews till now and a lot of Due Dilligence.

      http://ecommerce-journal.com/node/1291
      http://ecommerce-journal.com/node/1462
      http://ecommerce-journal.com/node/1857

      They do have a lot of other articles that seem to be researched on.

      Any comments? how much to trust this website? Any further comments on A3union?

      Sorry to all Im still on a very fresh stage with HYIPs, and just really starting, so Im doing all I can to protect myself. So do bear with my questions and queries.

      Thanks to all for the great help and info!

    8. Gravatar Icon 8 ?

      I believe this HYIP is going to be around a long time!

      They as well as Open Trade and others have been hit with massive DDOS atacks and have managed to keep their presence–reasons why some were unable to access the site was not because they are SCAMMERS–it was due to those attacks–since then they both–along with others have engaged a newer better safer protection !

      “The website is ranked as in good standing on over 50 rating websites, forums, magazines, blogs and other websites… This company in its first year of trading had a turnover of over $4 Million USD dollars this was viewed as a major milestone in the life of this company and promises to be a very prosperous new year. The total recognised gain was over 3 Million Dollars USD dollars. ”

      “A3Union, which stands for Asset Assured Assist has launched the grand opening on August 11th. Here are the company details taken from The Companies House of UK:

      “Name & Registered Office:
      ASSISTANCE 247 LTD
      69 ST GABRIELS ROAD
      LONDON
      NW2 4DU
      Company No. 04404654

      Status: Active
      Date of Incorporation: 27/03/2002
      Country of Origin: United Kingdom”

      All this said–this program works and will continue to work

    9. Gravatar Icon 9 Jude

      I beg to seriously differ. This venture doesn’t seem like one you’ll wanna keep for 2 - 3 years; that is if the live span of this program is that long.

    10. Gravatar Icon 10 phil

      Hello

      I found this information on A3 union.

      Payout:
      1. Aggressive Portfolio 2 days = 101.6%
      2. Classic Portfolio 7 days = 112%
      3. Combined Portfolio 14 days = 128%
      4. Long Term Classic Portfolio 92 days = 300%

      Min and Max Spend:
      $5 / No Max

      Withdrawal:
      Instantly

      Referral Bonus:
      (5% of amt deposited x number of days) / 30 days

      HMO Registered:
      09-02-2007

      Program Started:
      11-08-2006

      Hosting Country : United States

      Hosting City : California - Fullerton

      Hosting ISP : Staminus Communications

      Hosting IP : 72.20.12.177

      Support: accounts@a3union.com

      Payment Method: e-gold 4010332

    11. Gravatar Icon 11 andrewunknown

      Oh c’mon - anyone who has been around the block can tell you this program absolutely reeks of scam by observing their MO (modus operandi) alone. I haven’t looked around, but I’m sure someone has done the leg work on this one. Any site that alleges a back story such as theirs is full of crap. If you don’t believe that, then you’re fooling yourself, because the crushing weight of history indicts the site. Particular programs that come to mind? SolidInvestment is probably the most notorious in recent memory, but there are plenty of others that have caused less “industry” upheaval. They usually have some variant on the acquisition/buyout/takeover/merger theme, have or will soon have their own debit card, appeal to their incorporated status to answer detractors (as though that’s definitive proof of their legitimacy), boast about the quantity of funds under management, issue bombastic denunciations of critics, whom they label “jealous competitors”, translate or provide means of translating their sites into different languages (any of this sound familiar?) to inspire global appeal and a sense of global presence, and so on and so forth.

      These sites have become so pervasive and so consistently successful in doing what they do (robbing people of their money) that they deserve to be labeled and categorized in a sub-genre: “legitimation scams”. Any program that launches a PR campaign from its very inception that reflects an obsessive dedication - an unfaltering over-eagerness - to establishing a veneer of legitimacy would qualify. This site is a shining example and will come toppling down soon - I guarantee it. If anyone wants to place a bet on it, I’m sure Jude would hold our funds in escrow….

    12. Gravatar Icon 12 Jude

      *points at my e-gold account.. ready! ;)

    13. Gravatar Icon 13 budi h

      i thinks a3union.com is not a scam
      i have invested at here 16x it always pay me

    14. Gravatar Icon 14 andrewunknown

      All scams were once also paying programs. An initial period of payments is absolutely necessary, otherwise no positive reputation is gained, which means next to no money comes in, which means nothing is in the admin’s possession to steal.

    15. Gravatar Icon 15 Jude

      stick a fork and we’re done! :)
      andrew, you should write articles on the blog man! spin anything that comes out of your head. they’re really interesting! *puts a magnifying glass on andrew’s head

    16. Gravatar Icon 16 budi h

      so u mean a3union is will not pay my withdraw?
      i has spend $100 for 15x and 50$ 1x
      and all of this is pay

    17. Gravatar Icon 17 Makan Tai

      well, they have a debit card with mastercard logo on it, for me looks a legitimate financial institution

    18. Gravatar Icon 18 Rob

      Did anyone receive the “mastercard” from a3union? If not how can you say it is a legitimate financial institution? If yes, ok, it’s impossible to be in Mastercard without investigations from them. Please let me know.

      Sorry guys, but i feel andrewunknown is right. It seems to be like solidinvesment or vascoinvestment.

      The only thing is try to stop invest before they will stop paying.

    19. Gravatar Icon 19 wynn

      listen creeps, if you don’t believe in a3union then i suggest that you stop destroying their credentials. Nobody is forcing you to join. And PLEASE…correct your grammar!!! If you can’t speak straight english, then shut up!!!

    20. Gravatar Icon 20 alienkay

      Why are you distrubing yourselves and going back and forth? All HYIPs are not reliable! Whether paying or not paying, they are all the same as they are not founded on fundamental business principles. If you want to guarantee your money then you need to go to traditional financial institutions that can be verified. I can tell you that you can make money on any HYIP depending on your ‘risk appetite’. I’m an experienced Fund Manager and I can tell you that investment market is ruled by GREED & FEAR. If you are too greedy, then you will LOSE YOUR LIFE’S SAVINGS and if you’re too fearful..YOU CAN ALSO NEVER BE RICH!

      So make up your mind and stop convincing people whether A3union is good or bad. Never invest there what you cannot afford to lose! All the best!

      For my tested and profitable online opportunities recommendations pls go to www.genuine-home-business.com

    21. Gravatar Icon 21 andrewunknown

      “if you don’t believe in a3union then i suggest that you stop destroying their credentials.”

      a3union has little in the way of bona-fide credentials to destroy. What credentials they do have stand up to only the most superficial scrutiny, which is another way of saying that a3union needs no help destroying its credentials, taking good care of that job itself.

      “Stop convincing people whether a3union is good or bad”

      How about the referral linked banner on your website for a3union? Is that supposed be impartial?

    22. Gravatar Icon 22 Rob

      Dear wynn,
      maybe my english is not perfect, but I think all understood me.
      So i will tell you in my mother language:
      E’ meglio tacere e passare per stupidi che aprire bocca e togliere ogni dubbio!

      Ciao

    23. Gravatar Icon 23 Paris Hilton Sucks.

      Hi all, i have visited 69 Gabriels Road, London, its a House not the best of areas either, the phone code of 44 is the U.K. 0207 is a London code but nobody ever answers it, have you ever known anybody answer the phone in any of these HYIPS LOL !

      The best laugh is to call one of the various so called Reps they have around the world they give you their phone numbers on their website, i called the Rep in the U.K. and asked for some more info on A3 Union he said he wouldnt touch it LOL ! and that he just used them to promote another program LOL ! which by the way was also a scam, GO FIGURE !
      Cheers.

    24. Gravatar Icon 24 Danny

      I haven’t been paid since 2 weeks …another scam

    25. Gravatar Icon 25 TheDancingSamurai

      There hasn’t been any response to emails or their live chat either. Also, they apparently have a daily withdraw limit of $10. Looks sketch.

    26. Gravatar Icon 26 Rizwan

      Yes, I believe they are closing soon. I encourage you guys and any interested investors not to put their money into A3Union.

      I have another company that have been paying me handsomely. It is a very safe and stable company. Their business dealings, offices addresses and contacts are legitimate. It is currently expanding in a very fast rate throughout the world.

      If you like to know more about it, do please email me at rizwano@hotmail.com or you can add me on msn at the same address.

      Let’s set the trend and ride on with the wave of true financial freedom!

    27. Gravatar Icon 27 Excell

      Hi guys,
      Stop bad-mouthing A3Union. I just mad my withdrawal this morning after some attempts. A lot of transactions are going on so you have to be patient and queue for your turn. Also know that you cannot make withdrawals between 14:00 - 23:00 GMT
      You can withdraw from 23:01 GMT 13:59GMT

    28. Gravatar Icon 28 Jude

      Excell, good for you, but honestly this isn’t gonna last for long.

    29. Gravatar Icon 29 Bobby Rimam

      Every form of investment involves some risk; so invest what you can afford to lose.

    30. Gravatar Icon 30 Reybiz

      Bobby Rimam, yes you are right, i rather choose a3union than other hyip… i made thousands of $$$ here and making more… so i leave the company that pays ur bill and food… those give negatives about the company it just show that they are trying to put down the credibility of a3union… it may be a scam or not… but as long as i earn money for my family no one can push me to leave a3union… and one thing im sure that those who gave their negative comments are also an investor of a3union…

      a3union the best investment that i have…

      peace to all…

    31. Gravatar Icon 31 Rob

      I received my payment too, I’m in profit (200%).

    32. Gravatar Icon 32 a3investment

      a3union is great program.I am paid over 3 mounth in a row now.Take a look this site

      www.a3investment.com

    33. Gravatar Icon 33 RussellB

      I like the trades page they show you what they do. I got to tell you, its the same as large funds trade with their millions, and stay in business. I think we found a jewel here.
      And I doubt the naysayers are actually investing in A3Union.
      Someone mentioned SI, well, I made about 300% return in a short amount of time.
      But what do I know, I thought they were legetimate/rofl.

    34. Gravatar Icon 34 NKOTB

      I made my first investment with A3Union last week, a couple “classic” contracts. My principle was automatically returned to my e-bullion acct. and I have my interest in my cash account with them. Pretty good for 7 days. Being new to this whole “crazy and insane” way to invest (or should I say risk) my money, I feel pretty good about my first experience. I can see I need to spend a fair amount of time doing research next time (or find others who know more and follow them). MMFTC (Much More Fun To Come!)

      NKOTB (New Kid ON The Block)

    35. Gravatar Icon 35 Blueridge

      A3Union will show your investment return in your Cash Balance, but they will NOT give you a withdrawal. You might get 10.00 USD or 14.99 USD per day IF YOU ARE LUCKY, and I stress MIGHT. But you will NOT get your full cash balance EVER. Their automatic withdrawal system is extremely ineffective, and e-mails requesting a withdrawal go unanswered.

      Don’t bother calling the phone Number because no one will answer. You will get a message stating how each individual investor it treated unique. HMMMM!

      keep your money folks!

    36. Gravatar Icon 36 Falcon

      Withdrawals are not straight forward and many times you have to keep trying sometimes with no success. New investors beware.

    37. Gravatar Icon 37 Jude

      Thanks for all the stern warning guys. Appreciate it.

    38. Gravatar Icon 38 NeBaba

      Hello, I am from Ukraine. And I want to know more about A3Union invest. Who have any info please mail me to nebaba@bigmir.net

    39. Gravatar Icon 39 leeonidas

      Hello to everyone!! I would like to excuse me if I do spelling mistakes.. I am from Greece and my English are not so good.

      Like NKOTB { ;) } I am new to the whole thing of Hyips and different ways to make money online. As you already know, we, Greeks, are always the last one to everything… :P
      I would like to ask Blueridge and anyone else that propably knows, if what he wrote a few lines above are 100% true.. ? Can somebody else confirmed it? It is very important for me, as I have invested 600$ and I will be mad if I can not withraw the whole amount of money at once…

      A small offtopic sentence : What is your opinion about www.is4ever.org (I do not put a referral link :P)? I have deposited 500$ and I am payed every calendar day 10$ (the rate is 2%). If you think this is too offtopic do not answer me. :)
      Thanks in advance for your answer.

    40. Gravatar Icon 40 imb

      Have been trying to witdraw my funds for the last 10 days both on and off withdrawal period (14:00 - 23:00 GMT) but I had no luck.

    41. Gravatar Icon 41 Tina

      NKOTB Aug 8th, 2007 at 10:44 am
      I made my first investment with A3Union last week, a couple “classic” contracts. My principle was automatically returned to my e-bullion acct. and I have my interest in my cash account with them. Pretty good for 7 days. Being new to this whole “crazy and insane” way to invest (or should I say risk) my money, I feel pretty good about my first experience. I can see I need to spend a fair amount of time doing research next time (or find others who know more and follow them). MMFTC (Much More Fun To Come!)

      NKOTB (New Kid ON The Block)

      This bast…. lying A3 has no e-bullion

    42. Gravatar Icon 42 makila

      Hey Trolls, stay out of this thread. We bloggers dont fall for stupid shit like this, give it up.

    43. Gravatar Icon 43 Jude

      Ooh, Makila is manly! ;)

    44. Gravatar Icon 44 suraj

      a3union is a scam. defrauded more six of my friends and myself in 2007. do not deal with them.they will run away with your money.they dont have conscience and they are very heartless.

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