"Bust-out joints" is a slang term used to refer to businesses that are intentionally driven into bankruptcy by their owners. These types of operations often involve fraudulent practices, such as inflating expenses or intentionally failing to collect revenue. Alternative synonyms for "bust-out joints" include "bust-out scams," "bust-out frauds," and "bust-out schemes." Other terms used to describe these types of businesses include "shell companies," "front operations," and "dummy corporations." It is important to recognize the dangers and illegality of these practices and to report any suspicious or fraudulent activity to the proper authorities.