Almost correct But... There are quite a few innovative info product creators who Do get you to Purchase their products first and then Give you the Honour of becoming an affiliate for their products...

Basically, they're looking for Serious affiliate marketers who not only will buy into their products But know what it takes to produce volume sales through their mailing lists etc. etc.

No secret... If you invest in a product and critique it honestly...

If it's a Quality product, well presented... A win-win situation for all parties involved...

Of course, it's all up to the product creator... But offering review copies to a small group of qualified people within a particular niche is a good way to get honest feedback and testimonials to help get the ball rolling...

No lawyers needed... Just some Smart thinking and marketing...

And you can Fly Low and Collect the Dough as they say...

That's my story and I'm sticking to it...

Phil