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What type of information can a licensed private investigator provide? First, determine if your private investigator is affiliated with a full-service agency or performs one service, like surveillance. The former will have more information. As a full-service agency for the past 43 years, we provide the following services: 1.) Locating friends and family. 2.) Asset…

Is it common for people to hire private investigators for $30/hour from websites like Fiverr or Upwork? What types of cases do they typically handle?I don’t know how common it is, but it is not wise. It’s not that we fear competition—far from it. The work advertised for the PI industry is usually website development…

Can someone be hired as a private investigator or undercover cop without prior experience? Is there any way to bypass this requirement?Why would you even consider hiring a private investigator with no experience?Is your case not important?“Undercover cop” is a phrase for a law enforcement officer who poses as one of the “bad guys” to…

What is the term for a private investigator who earns money without needing a license?In the following five states, you can work as a PI without a license or statewide regulations:1.) Alaska2.) Idaho3.) Mississippi4.) South Dakota5.) WyomingMany of us who are regulated and licensed PIs find this to be the “wild, wild West.” However, in…

What is the typical timeline for an employer to respond after conducting a basic criminal and employment history search or background check? We have a unique perspective on answering this question. We conduct dozens of background investigations each year using our in-house computer system. We don’t use the Internet; most businesses and companies prefer our…

The Important Knowledge That Should Be Known Through Matrimonial Background Investigations Prior to Your Wedding Vows. An individual needs complete trust during the process of relationships which lead toward marriage. Verification occurs after establishing trust so that individuals avoid making costly mistakes from lack of verification. The practice of matrimonial background investigations serves as a…

What is the reason for detectives and investigators being paid less than police officers?Are you comparing apples to oranges?We estimate that about 5% of the 100,000 PIs in the U.S. make more than police officers. Let’s look at the numbers:POLICE OFFICERS: If you include salary and overtime, a police officer can easily make a high…

What are your thoughts on a female private investigator or detective starting her own business without prior experience?There is no question about the need for more females in the private investigative industry. We have been in business for 43 years and have seen many statistics about the number of women in this field. One consistent…

What is the purpose of using a public records search or a criminal records database to obtain information about someone?The purpose is always with the person or client requesting the search. The reasoning behind the search depends on the context and intent of the recipient. Some searches can be done and accomplished on the Internet,…

What is the average cost of hiring a forensic accountant?As a PI, we have dealt with numerous forensic accountants over the past 43 years. It is always wise to ask cost questions upfront before retaining any expert. We will give you our pricing based on our experience in hundreds of cases, many in family law.…

What are the reasons for a private investigator to turn down a case?After 43+ years as a PI and leading one of the top-echelon agencies in the U.S., this might be one of the most complex decisions for a PI. For us, it is easy. We have unlimited casework; if there is any “hint” of…

How can private investigators assist in catching scammers STOP! Please listen to our guidance on this issue. We have been “catching” scammers for 43+ years. That is not the goal. You must call a reputable and experienced PI to conduct a background/asset search BEFORE you get involved personally or monetarily. It will save you time,…

How much does a private investigator make per case in Los Angeles, California? Our agency has been in this area for 43 years. There are generally four areas where work is completed in Southern California. These sectors are also a good guideline for the entire U.S.: 1.) Attorneys 2.) Corporations 3.) Insurance Companies 4.) The…

Surveillance Services to Track Car of Cheating Partner Across State Lines You can hire professional surveillance services to track the car of your cheating partner across state lines and maintain full visibility of their activities.  Tracking a cheating spouse’s car is easy when you are the owner of the car — you can simply install…

How to Verify If Auditfid Legitimately Recovered Your Funds A company called auditfid said they recovered my funds through a regulatory investigation. How do I verify that? We here at the agency have never heard of Auditfid. As a professional courtesy to you, I asked my staff to research this name through our in-house computer…

What are the potential benefits of hiring a private investigator to investigate a partner? During the past 43 years, we have done hundreds of marital investigations in two main areas:1.) Infidelity2.) Hidden AssetsConcerning infidelity, you never want to have a “friend or relative” conduct surveillance, nor do you ever want to do the work yourself.…

How does a private investigator trace a missing person? Before calling a private investigator, clearly understand it is important to identify what type of “missing person” case you have. There are three: 1.) Voluntary Missing: A person decides to disappear because of whatever problem they are experiencing in life. It can be personal circumstances, legal…