Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
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Ron Briggs
Just interested in finding out if anyone knows anything about Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC. I recently found out about them and their Wealth Building Program that helps people payoff their mortgages.

I'd be interested in discussing the details of the program with anyone that is interested but also wanted to know if anyone has already invested in the program.
Feel free to give me a call:

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Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
06/22/07 - 01:03 AM Ron Briggs
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
The FBI closed the place down in Laurel and also the DC office. It is surfacing that Andy Williams got locked up today. No one is answering phones...the crew is gone and the employess(bottom feeders) were told to go home and only take their personal belongings. 10/12/07 - 03:54 PM Wantu2know
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
I work with people who are in this program and their mortgages have not been paid since September. As a matter of fact, they (the members) were asked to float their payments until at least November. Mr. Williams and the rest of the board should come clean with these poor people. Do the members really think things will change between now and November? 10/07/07 - 04:33 PM Jay
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
Ron, I would suggest that you do your own research and form your opinion on this matter. My guess is that all who are making negative comments and posting unsubstantiated articles from the web are just broke, bitter skeptics. Yes, the site has been put on hold because of the court order, but will be resume once the air clears.
I am sure if you have the privilede to speak to anyone who actually invests in the company, you will get a whole different view of things, but you have to actually be somebody first and not a 2bit hustler looking for a get rich quick opportunity. These skeptics are not investors and if they consider owning a few shares of stock an investment, then you really don't need to talk to them. The people who invest in Metropolitan Grapevine are highly educated and financially sound Black Americans.
For once, an African American owned company is trying to do great things for its people and the OTHERS get scared. Scared of what, you ask? Scared of our drive, our ability to adapt and overcome, scared that they are going to loose CONTROL of us so they us once again. I have faith that this will blow over and Metropolitan Grapevine will continue to great things.

And there it is...
10/04/07 - 12:20 PM Cynthia
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
This company is indeed a scam. They are currently under investigation, the website has been shut down. They have operated under different names to sucker people in.

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10/04/07 - 10:44 AM Derrick
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
Metropolitan Dream Homes is not a scam. The scammers are the mortgage brokers who convince you to purchase a home and have you sign a 30 year mortgage at 7% and they end up making three times the principal in interest payments alone. Those are the scammers. For once, a black owned company is doing something to help others grow and the skeptics are on attack. If you are afraid of thinking outside of the box, then that is your issue but don't attack those who do and stop slandering the company.
If the investment is too risky, then so be it but stop lashing out at those who have the guts and the capital to go forth with it.

Another informed and satisfied Investor
10/02/07 - 10:42 PM Cynthia
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
It's a sham company. This company has no revenue other than that derived by new "customers". It is a Ponzi scheme. They have recently been barred from operating in Virginia. 10/02/07 - 09:28 AM Bob
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
Well, I believe that Joe Dokes makes a valid point. However, I would like to know why income statements would be proprietary information. Joe is right when he states that an income statement is a basic document for anyone to see who is looking to make an investment. I disagree with the statement that this is proprietary information. Proprietary information is information that a company would not want others to have because it would give a competitor an unfair advantage or advantage that may be detrimental to their business. What would cause this company to be in a detrimental position if they provided an income statement? Companies have employees sign non-competition agreements while they are employed. Is this a required to join this organization. If so, what information would be considered proprietary? I believe that Joe makes an exellent point and this really does sound like a scam.

Mike Kenner
07/18/07 - 11:53 PM Mike Kenner
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
Ron, have you hear anything via phone? I am interested in getting more information as well.
916-224-3237 06/29/07 - 06:03 AM Denise
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
please let me know more about this Ron.

Patrice
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06/22/07 - 09:29 AM patrice
RE: RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
I think that you guys should take a look at Scam.com There is a lot of interesting information about Metropolitan Grapevine on that website 08/31/07 - 02:39 PM Lia
RE: RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
Can you explain how you can make statements that suggest these kinds of returns? How can your company pay off mortgages when banks and finance companies haven't figured this out? Isn't it true that one of the founders of this company is/was under Federal Investigation for a similar "investment" program? This sounds like a Ponzi Scheme to me. Do you have balance sheets and income statements that were prepared by a reputable accounting firm? Are you listed with the Securities and Exchange Commission? Who makes up your Board? What is the background of these members that cause them to be able to "invest" money and payoff mortgages? What is the return on investment? How can you guarantee a return? Even large investments companies such as Smith Barney, Fidelity, Chase Bank, and other large investments brokers/bankers don't make these claims? How can you? I would like to know how all of this is possible? Why hasn't Money Magazine, or any of the other large magazine publications have heard about you? Why is it a secret? If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is just that, too good to be true.

Joe Dokes
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07/16/07 - 12:24 AM Joe Dokes
RE: RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
You are an idiot. hahaha. The company gets banned from doing business and you're going to try to play the "minority" card. hahaha. Duh.

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06/27/07 - 09:31 AM Sara
RE: RE: RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
I just recieved an invitation to join, but decided to wait and do some back ground research. Thank God I did, because for six weeks now no one has returned my phone calls and the web site is shut down. Does anyone know whats going on? 08/19/07 - 03:49 AM sheila
RE: RE: RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
Yes, this is a legal company with BBB approval in MD, VA and DC. I've been a Board member and partner since March '06 and I have not had any problems. All my mortgages get paid each month. If anyone is interested in finding out more about us, visit: Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC or contact me via email. I would love to tell you more

To Sara,
If you don't know about this company, you shouldn't make false statements without doing proper research. I can understand you are skeptical because our company is so unique but trust me; it's true and completely legit.

Alicia
07/09/07 - 11:35 AM Alicia
RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
06/27/07 - 01:41 PM
RE: RE: RE: RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
I wonder if any of the Metro Dream Home members on thread had their mortgages paid yet for September or October?

According to the Attorney General, the cease and desist order did not order this program to stop paying the mortgages as Andrew Williams stated. This order was only for Metro Dream Homes to stop bringing in new homeowners.

So to Alicia, since you are a so-called "Board member", were your mortgages paid these past few months or is Andrew Williams still lying to you at these cult meetings in order to keep you & your equity revenue part of his pyramid.

Also Cynthia, stop trying to use the race issue as cover up for this crime. It's not whether he's black or any other race, it's a matter of a federal crime being committed.
10/06/07 - 07:57 AM Trina
RE: RE: Has anyone heard of Metropolitan Grapevine, LLC? (the company that's paying off mortgages)
Although Joe Dokes has asked some good questions, most of the information he's asking about is considered proprietary information.

A decision to participate in this program is voluntary. One must determine their level of risk. Accoridngly, each person must conduct their own risk analysis as with any financial decision to determine whether the program is for them.

If you've determined this program is too risky for you - that's o'kay because not all investments are for everyone.

It is what it is.


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