What state are you in? I can certainly verify whether or not the claims are valid (it will vary slightly by region) regarding page placement on the different sites listed.

Now, the last section is where I need to tread lightly, so bear with me, lol. Understand that I cannot speak directly against our SE programs for paid placement with Google/Yahoo and the rest for obvious reasons. let it suffice to say that you are already paying for clicks with Google and not seeing tremendous results; would paying us to pay for essentially the same clicks (perhaps slightly different keywords/phrases) change the results from that ad medium? Hint: Not likely.

As for the directory portion of the campaign - PM me if you wan tto keep it private or post back, whatever - I would be happy to examine what the rep recomended and tell you flat out if they're overselling you or if it will be profitable. I'd want to know a littl ebit more about your business (products/services) and service area. I've been here for years and I flat refuse to sign a client that I'm not VERY sure will see a substantial ROI, and if you're not in my territory then I have no dog in the fight as far as commission is concerned, more than happy to help.