11/28/2011 2:45 PM (PST)

Masha, I have been doing a bunch of research on a different company and I have learned to check the businesses out before I sign any agreements and pay any fees. First, check with the BBB as they usually will have their information. Then check the business out with the Secretary of State, who keeps track of the businesses and corporations. Even Googling brings up a lot of information. If you have that feeling, then don't proceed. If you paid and have no results, take it to the Attorney General and they will tell you what else you can do.