Investing your hard-earned money is a smart way to secure your financial future. However, the world of investments can sometimes be a breeding ground for scams. The promise of quick riches or doubling your money within a few months can be tempting, but it's essential to stay vigilant. In this blog post, we'll provide you with a simple 3-step checklist to help you distinguish between legitimate investment opportunities and potential scams. 1. Verify Their [...]
Are you curious about the different types of assets and how to find them, especially when they're kept hidden? In this blog post, we'll discuss the various categories of assets and the ways to uncover concealed resources. For many clients, discovering hidden assets is a top priority, whether it's related to court judgments, divorce cases, or probate disputes. We'll explore 12 different types of assets, each with unique search methods and their pros and cons.**Understanding [...]
In the world of private investigations, one method stands out: Open Source Intelligence, or OSINT. It's a crucial tool for uncovering critical evidence in asset searches, fraud investigations, and probate cases. In this blog post, we'll explore what OSINT is and why it's so valuable. Understanding OSINT OSINT is the process of gathering information from publicly available sources to build a comprehensive picture of a person's life, including assets, activities, and hidden details. Skilled [...]
Many individuals wonder if they can conduct their own asset search on another party. The answer is yes, and it's entirely possible to perform a do-it-yourself (DIY) asset search. When private investigators carry out an asset search, there's nothing inherently secretive about the process that a private civilian couldn't undertake themselves. It primarily requires investing time and effort. In this blog post, we will explore the DIY approach to conducting an asset search, including [...]
Assets can take various forms, from bank accounts and real estate to vehicles, corporate, UCCs and intellectual properties. When it comes to conducting an asset search, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, it involves meticulous research into different asset classes, each of which has its unique search requirements. Types of Assets and Their Locations Assets can be found in various locations, and each type of asset often requires a separate search effort. There is [...]
Automotive fraud is a topic that demands our attention and vigilance. With the average vehicle now worth around $48,000 and climbing, the stakes are higher than ever. Let's dive into the details of automotive fraud to understand the tactics employed and how you can safeguard yourself from falling victim to these schemes. In the realm of vehicles, deceptive practices have become increasingly sophisticated. One striking example is what experts term "fast money, fast cars, [...]
Two investigative strategies stand out when searching for up-to-date information about someone for a legal case: skip tracing and asset searching. These two methods are essential for locating individuals and their assets, but they each serve slightly different purposes and involve different types of information. Let’s delve into the nuances that set these two powerful techniques apart. Skip Tracing Skip tracing involves the art of locating individuals who have “skipped” out or intentionally vanished [...]
Perhaps you might have a relative or someone closely connected to your family who has recently passed away. There's a possibility that someone could attempt to misappropriate your inheritance money. Whenever there's a death or even a person falling ill and entering hospice, or even before illness, especially among the elderly, some individuals may see this as an opportunity to transfer assets to their advantage inappropriately. When an older person passes away, [...]
We're observing a surge in fraud cases within family law-related events. Therefore, if you or someone you're acquainted with is undergoing a family event like divorce, a family member's demise, or even the birth of a child, it's essential to advise those around them to be extremely vigilant. Pay close attention to the activities surrounding these events. There's a notable increase in instances of fraud among family members during such occurrences. Naturally, in a [...]
What are the prominent scams we're encountering in 2023? As an investigative agency, we monitor the spectrum of fraudulent activities that clients bring to our attention. Over the years 2021 and 2022, we observed a substantial occurrence of schemes such as cryptocurrency or blockchain-related frauds and deceptive investment offers promising high returns. The perpetrators would present an enticing proposition—promising to double invested funds within a month. This bears similarity to a swindle [...]
