In the business world, understanding the financial integrity and history of individuals you're considering for important roles is crucial. At Martin Investigative Services, we specialize in conducting meticulous asset searches that provide you with critical insights into the financial stability and history of individuals or businesses.
At Martin Investigative Services, our expertise in asset investigation is essential for uncovering hidden or undisclosed financial assets and liabilities. Our team consists of experienced private investigators who have access to a wide range of databases, both public and proprietary, that help us unearth valuable information about an individual's or a company's financial standing.
We take pride in our ability to uncover financial details that other companies might miss.
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WHAT IS AN ASSET SEARCH
Assets are often at the heart of legal disputes, divorce settlements, or financial transactions. Locating and valuing these resources can be difficult when one party needs to be more forthcoming about their holdings.
Conducting an asset investigation becomes challenging, particularly when there is a lack of transparency from one party about their asset holdings. This is where asset searches play a vital role.
A private investigator asset search provides invaluable information that allows informed decisions; this article will explore how it works, its advantages, and how to select a reliable investigator.
WHEN MIGHT YOU NEED A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR ASSET SEARCH?
An assets search is a thorough investigative process aimed at uncovering and assessing the financial assets of individuals or companies. This service, often integral to asset investigation, is particularly crucial for revealing hidden or undisclosed assets and involves:
- Real Estate Analysis: Identifying and evaluating properties, including details on mortgages and liens.
- Bank Account Investigations: Tracing checking, savings, and investment accounts to present a complete picture of liquid assets.
- Investment Scrutiny: Uncovering stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other investment vehicles.
- Business Ownership Assessment: Delving into business affiliations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships to establish the extent of business-related assets.
- Personal Property Inspection: Examining vehicles, art, jewelry, and other high-value items.
WHEN IS AN ASSET SEARCH NECESSARY
At Martin Investigative Services, we recognize the critical importance of asset searches in various scenarios. Each situation presents unique challenges and opportunities where understanding the financial landscape can make a significant difference in the outcome.
- Legal Disputes: Asset searches provide crucial leverage by revealing the opposing party's financial standing, aiding in strategy formation and settlement negotiations.
- Divorce Settlements: Ensures fair asset division by uncovering all marital properties and hidden investments, crucial for equitable divorce resolutions.
- Pre-Employment Screening: Verifies financial integrity and stability of potential candidates, particularly important for positions of trust and financial responsibility.
- Investment Due Diligence: Assists investors in assessing the financial health and stability of potential investment opportunities, mitigating risk.
- Debt Collection: Identifying a debtor's assets is vital in recovering owed funds, making the collection process more efficient and effective.
HOW DOES A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR PERFORM AN ASSET SEARCH?
At Martin Investigative Services, our asset search process is thorough and client-focused, ensuring comprehensive and accurate results:
Initial Consultation
The asset search begins with a detailed consultation to understand your specific requirements and objectives. This step is crucial for tailoring our approach to meet your unique needs. We discuss what you hope to achieve with the asset search and any specific concerns or areas of focus. This initial discussion sets the stage for a targeted and effective investigation.
In-Depth Research
Our experienced investigators employ a wide range of techniques and utilize an array of tools to conduct thorough research. This includes accessing specialized databases, public records, and other relevant sources that can reveal crucial information about the subject's assets. Our team is skilled in navigating these resources to uncover detailed and often hard-to-find data, ensuring a comprehensive asset search.
Verification
To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information gathered, we engage in a rigorous verification process. This step often involves conducting interviews, making site visits, and analyzing financial documents. Our investigators cross-check the information from multiple sources to validate the findings, ensuring that the final report is based on verified and trustworthy data.
Detailed Reporting
You receive a detailed report from our asset search companies, outlining all discovered assets for a complete financial overview.
WHAT INFORMATION CAN A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR ASSET SEARCH PROVIDE
A private investigator asset search provides access to much data that can be used in making informed decisions. Some of the details that may be obtained through such an asset search include the following:
- Real estate holdings include properties owned, mortgages, and liens.
- Bank accounts such as checking, savings, and investment accounts.
- Business ownership, such as corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships.
- Investments like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.
- Vehicles like cars, boats, or planes.
- Personal property includes clothing items like watches or wallets.
WHY CHOOSE MARTIN INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES
FOR YOUR ASSET SEARCH
Opting for Martin Investigative Services for your asset search ensures you're working with a team that values and upholds the highest standards in the industry:
- License and Accreditation: Our investigators are not only licensed by the appropriate state and local agencies but are also accredited by esteemed organizations such as the National Association of Legal Investigators and the National Council of Investigation and Security Services. This ensures that we adhere to the highest professional standards.
- Experience and Expertise: The team at Martin Investigative Services brings extensive experience in conducting comprehensive asset searches. Our expertise is not just in conducting investigations, but also in understanding the nuances of different types of asset searches, ensuring a proficient and tailored approach to each case.
- Reputation and References: Our reputation is built on trust and proven results, which is evident in the positive reviews, testimonials, and references from our past clients. We take pride in our track record of client satisfaction and service excellence.
- Resources and Technology: We utilize the latest in investigative technology and have access to specialized databases and resources. This modern approach to investigation guarantees the accuracy and thoroughness of our asset searches.
- Communication and Transparency: At Martin Investigative Services, we maintain open lines of communication with our clients, providing regular updates and maintaining transparency throughout the investigation process. We believe in keeping our clients informed and involved, ensuring a partnership based on trust and clarity.
HOW MUCH DOES A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR ASSET SEARCH COST?
The cost of conducting an asset search for a private investigator varies based on several factors, such as the scope and complexity of the investigation, their expertise, and experience, as well as resources and technology used. On average, an asset search can range in cost from several hundred to several thousand dollars. Before beginning any investigation, you must discuss payment terms and prices with the investigator.
ARE THERE ANY LIMITATIONS OR RISKS INVOLVED WITH AN ASSET SEARCH?
Though an asset search can provide valuable information, there are some potential drawbacks and risks to be mindful of. For instance, the investigation may uncover only some assets or provide accurate or complete data. Moreover, conducting an asset search without legal authorization or justification may lead to legal repercussions. Investigators must discuss all potential limitations and risks before beginning their investigation.
CAN A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR ASSET SEARCH BE CONDUCTED REMOTELY?
Yes, conducting an asset search remotely is possible using specialized databases and resources. However, in some instances, conducting interviews, site visits, or document reviews may be necessary to confirm the accuracy of information obtained remotely.
How long does an asset search typically take?
The duration of an asset search varies based on its scope and complexity. Generally, investigations can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on available information and resources.
WHAT ARE SOME ALTERNATIVES TO A PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR ASSET SEARCH?
There are numerous alternatives to conducting a private investigator asset search, such as:
Public Records Search
We keep nothing. We directly give all copies of photos and videos collected during any surveillance investigation to the client. We keep nothing.
Credit Report
You can obtain a credit report that contains details on a person’s financial history, such as outstanding debts, loans, and credit accounts.
Online Searches
Use search engines and social media platforms to gather details on a person’s personal and professional activities.
WHY CHOOSE MARTIN INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES?
MartinPI is a licensed private investigator, and the initial consultation is free and confidential for clients. By calling in or simply filling out the contact form, you will speak with Tom Martin himself, well-versed in asset investigations. Tom Martin is a former federal agent, and his network is composed of private investigators, and former DEA, FBI, IRS, and Secret Service agents. The team at Martin Investigative Services is second-to-none. Rest assured, you will feel respected and appreciated here at MartinPI. We also work closely with law firms that require collecting or tracking down a judgment collection.
Our mission is to provide you with the most reliable, professional, and efficient services in the industry, and one of our specialties is asset investigation. In a world where assets can be concealed, transferred, or obscured, our role as your asset search private investigator is to shine a light on the hidden and bring clarity to complex financial situations. Whether you're in the midst of divorce proceedings, a business dispute, or a probate case, we strive to provide you with an accurate and complete picture of the financial scenario at hand.
Martin Investigative Services can identify assets and accounts in all fifty states and internationally, often when others cannot. The guarantee at MartinPI, a full-money-back guarantee, and your privacy are at the forefront of our contract. We give the client all copies of photos and videos collected during any surveillance investigation. We keep nothing. Our success rate is phenomenal and among the highest in the industry – if not the highest.
Ready to receive in-depth experience and knowledge on where you stand? Let Tom Martin, a former federal agent, build you court-admissible evidence that can make all the difference in a trial. Call 1-800-577-1080 and be assured that we will conduct your case with a level of professionalism that only years of training and investigative experience can bring.
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Martin Investigative Services
Martin Investigative Services office is located at 620 Newport Center Dr Suite 1400, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Phone: (800) 577-1080