A good, honest and well thought out post....and you are (or were) an AAPT supporter.
I agree 100% with both your "perception" comments and your "they are trying to hide something" thoughts.
The common (and simple thread) that I've stated all along is that Barry/Lisa are only out for themselves. Yesterday's events (and the extravagant trip to Germany) continue to hold that very theme.
RE: What started out as a positive venture my myself, family and friends has turned into something very negative.
You are not the only one my friend...The small cracks in the AAPT story have continued to become giant holes... Many were taken in by these two.... A semi-successful scam for over 10 years now.. Got to give them credit
The facts do not valdiate the emotional venting. The increase in shares is to raise capital. None have been exercised. There is no split planned that any who speak with the company are aware of or have even been hinted about. The accounts promised are coming in...slower than expected but this is a challenging economy...read what's going on with retailers fighting for share of the shopping cart. AAPT is not just viable, it is dyanmic, responsive and aggressive. The BARS are a big idea and will be an international success, but not instantaneouly as some have "bet" on.