People Search, Skip Tracing & Investigation Resources
The most comprehensive library of skip tracing, people search, and investigation guides on the internet — 900+ pages organized by topic, state, and use case. Professional resources for attorneys, investigators, creditors, and individuals since 2004.
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Skip Tracing Fundamentals
How professional skip tracing works, when to use it, and how to get the best results.
What Is Skip Tracing?
Complete guide to skip tracing — methods, databases, and when to hire a professional.
Read Guide →Complete Guide to Skip Tracing
Definitive A-to-Z resource covering every aspect of professional skip tracing.
Read Guide →Advanced Skip Tracing Techniques
Expert methods for complex cases — pattern analysis, digital footprint tracing, multi-source correlation.
Read Guide →How Skip Tracing Works
Step-by-step breakdown of the skip tracing process from intake to result delivery.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing Database Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of major databases — coverage, accuracy, cost, and best use cases.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing Accuracy Metrics
How to measure skip tracing quality — hit rates, confidence scores, and performance benchmarks.
Read Guide →How Skip Tracers Verify Addresses
Professional address verification methods — USPS validation, utility confirmation, multi-source cross-referencing.
Read Guide →Triangulating Data in Investigations
How investigators cross-reference multiple sources to confirm identity and location.
Read Guide →Reverse Skip Tracing: Asset to Person
Working backwards from assets to identify owners — property, vehicles, and accounts.
Read Guide →How to Verify a Skip Trace Report
Methods for validating skip trace results — confidence indicators and verification techniques.
Read Guide →AI & Machine Learning in Skip Tracing
How artificial intelligence is transforming skip tracing — predictive analytics and pattern recognition.
Read Guide →Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Guide
Using publicly available information from social media and databases to locate people.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing Compliance Checklist
FCRA, GLBA, DPPA, FDCPA, and state law requirements in one practical checklist.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing Glossary & Terminology
Definitions of common skip tracing, investigation, and debt collection terms.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing vs. Private Investigator
When to use a skip tracer vs. a private investigator — cost, speed, and capabilities compared.
Read Guide →Professional vs. DIY Skip Tracing
Data access, success rates, time investment, and true cost comparison.
Read Guide →Why Free People Search Sites Fail
The hidden problems with free searches — outdated data and why professional services get better results.
Read Guide →How to Choose a Skip Tracing Service
What to look for — data quality, compliance, turnaround, and pricing transparency.
Read Guide →When to Hire a Skip Tracer
Signs you need professional help — when DIY fails and high-value cases require experts.
Read Guide →How Much Does Private Investigation Cost?
Complete pricing guide — factors affecting cost, typical ranges, and budgeting for investigations.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing for Real Estate Investors
How real estate investors use skip tracing to find property owners for off-market deals.
Read Guide →Free Public Records Search Guide
Access government and court records for free — what is available and where to look.
Read Guide →Scams to Avoid When Hiring an Investigator
Red flags when hiring investigators — unlicensed operators and illegitimate guarantees.
Read Guide →How to Work with a Private Investigator
Get the best results from hiring a PI — what to expect, what to provide, and cost management.
Read Guide →Finding People — General Guides
Locate missing persons, reconnect with family, find witnesses, debtors, and anyone you need to find.
Find Someone’s Address
Professional skip tracing methods to locate current addresses using database searches.
Read Guide →Find Someone’s Previous Addresses
Trace a person’s address history — residential timeline and how past addresses help find people today.
Read Guide →Find Someone’s Phone Number
Professional methods to locate current phone numbers using reverse lookup and skip tracing databases.
Read Guide →Find Someone Using Their Phone Number
Reverse phone lookup — trace a caller back to a person with name, address, and records.
Read Guide →Find Someone by Email Address
Trace a person through their email — reverse lookup and investigation techniques.
Read Guide →Find Someone’s Current Employer
Professional methods to discover where someone works — for wage garnishment and legal service.
Read Guide →Find Out Where Someone Lives
Legal methods for locating current residence — database searches and professional techniques.
Read Guide →Find Someone with Just a Name
Advanced techniques when all you have is a name — no address, no phone, no SSN.
Read Guide →Find Someone Who Changed Their Name
Locate people after legal name changes — marriage, divorce, and alias tracking.
Read Guide →Find Someone Who Moved Without Forwarding Address
Skip tracing for intentional and unintentional disappearances.
Read Guide →Find Someone in the Military
Locate active-duty military personnel and veterans — official locator services and legal procedures.
Read Guide →Find Someone in Jail or Prison
Federal inmate locator, state prison databases, county jail searches, and contact procedures.
Read Guide →Find Someone Who Is Homeless
Locating homeless individuals for legal service, welfare checks, and family reconnection.
Read Guide →Find Someone Who Left the Country
Locate people who moved overseas — government resources and international investigation strategies.
Read Guide →Find Someone After 20 Years
Cold case skip tracing, genealogy crossover methods, and deep record searches.
Read Guide →Find a Long-Lost Family Member
Reconnect with estranged or missing relatives — techniques and professional investigation.
Read Guide →Find Someone for a Welfare Check
Locate someone you are worried about — elderly relatives, estranged family, and friends.
Read Guide →Find Out If Someone Died
Social Security Death Index, obituary searches, death records, and professional verification.
Read Guide →Find Out If Someone Is Married
Marriage records, public databases, and investigation methods for personal and legal purposes.
Read Guide →Find Out If Someone Has a Criminal Record
Court searches, state repositories, online databases, and background check guidance.
Read Guide →Find Out If Someone Owns a Business
State filings, UCC records, licensing databases, and professional investigation.
Read Guide →Find Out If Someone Filed Bankruptcy
Search federal bankruptcy records using PACER and public databases.
Read Guide →Find Someone Who Owes You Money
Locate people who owe you money — personal loans, unpaid rent, and business debts.
Read Guide →Find a Deadbeat Parent for Child Support
Locate parents who owe child support — skip tracing and enforcement strategies.
Read Guide →Find a Tenant Who Skipped Out on Rent
Locate former tenants who owe back rent — skip tracing for landlords pursuing collections.
Read Guide →Find a Witness for Court
Locate witnesses for depositions and trial — skip tracing for reluctant and missing witnesses.
Read Guide →Find Missing Heirs & Beneficiaries
Locate unknown or missing heirs for estate distribution — genealogy and skip tracing.
Read Guide →Find Vehicle Owners by License Plate
Legal methods for identifying vehicle owners — DPPA rules and investigation use cases.
Read Guide →Find a Hit-and-Run Driver
License plate tracing, witness location, surveillance footage, and insurance claims.
Read Guide →Find Next of Kin for Notification
Locate family members for death notification, medical emergencies, and estate matters.
Read Guide →Find Absentee Property Owners
Locate owners of vacant, abandoned, or investment properties.
Read Guide →Find Someone to Serve a Lawsuit
Locate defendants for lawsuit service — skip tracing for attorneys and plaintiffs.
Read Guide →Find Someone to Serve a Subpoena
Locate witnesses and parties for subpoena service — deposition and trial subpoenas.
Read Guide →Find People for Class Action Lawsuits
Locate class members and potential plaintiffs — notification and settlement distribution.
Read Guide →Find a Co-Signer or Guarantor
Locate guarantors and co-signers when primary borrowers default and guarantors disappear.
Read Guide →Find a Contractor Who Ripped You Off
Locate dishonest contractors who took money and disappeared — investigation strategies.
Read Guide →Find a Missing Business Partner
Locate business partners who disappeared with assets — partnership disputes and dissolution.
Read Guide →Find a Former Spouse for Legal Matters
Locate ex-spouses for divorce modifications, child support, and QDRO processing.
Read Guide →Find a Former Roommate Who Skipped Out
Locate roommates who left owing rent, utilities, or damages.
Read Guide →Find an Employee Who Embezzled or Stole
Locate former employees who committed theft — investigation and legal action strategies.
Read Guide →Find Someone Who Scammed You
Track down scammers and fraudsters — investigation techniques and legal remedies.
Read Guide →Find Someone by State
State-specific people search guides covering public records, voter registration, court records, and unique search challenges for all 50 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico.
Consumer Verification & Safety
Verify identities, screen people before doing business, and protect yourself from fraud.
Verify Someone’s Identity Before Doing Business
Confirm a person or business is legitimate before contracts, lending, or partnerships.
Read Guide →How Our People Search Service Works
Professional skip tracing since 2004 — how we find people and what you can expect.
Read Guide →Person Asking to Borrow Money — Check Them First
Before lending money, verify identity, financial history, and prior loan behavior.
Read Guide →Background Check a Business Partner
Due diligence on potential business partners — background, financial history, and litigation records.
Read Guide →Verify an Online Seller’s Identity
Confirm a seller is legitimate before sending money — marketplace fraud prevention.
Read Guide →Background Check When Lending Money
Protect yourself before making personal loans — identity verification and repayment history.
Read Guide →Verify a Social Media Identity
Confirm a social media profile is a real person — techniques for spotting fake accounts.
Read Guide →Find Who’s Behind a Fake Facebook Account
Investigation techniques to identify the person behind a fake social media profile.
Read Guide →Fake Instagram Account Investigation
Identify who is operating a fake Instagram account for harassment, fraud, or impersonation.
Read Guide →Online Harasser Investigation
Find who is behind online harassment, threats, and cyberbullying — legal investigation methods.
Read Guide →Find Who Sent an Anonymous Text
Trace anonymous text messages back to the sender — investigation techniques and resources.
Read Guide →Sex Offender Registry Search
How to search registered sex offender databases — state registries, national search, and alerts.
Read Guide →Verify a Home Service Worker
Background check contractors, repair people, and home service workers before they enter your home.
Read Guide →Reverse Phone Number Lookup
Trace an unknown caller — identify who owns a phone number with name and address.
Read Guide →Find a Person by Email Address
Trace an email address to its owner — identity and location verification methods.
Read Guide →Social Media Verification Guide
Verify real identities behind social media profiles for business and personal safety.
Read Guide →Caregiver & Home Staff Background Checks
Screen nannies, caregivers, contractors, and household employees before they enter your home.
Nanny Background Check
Complete guide to screening nannies — criminal, abuse registry, reference, and identity checks.
Read Guide →Caregiver Background Check
Screen home health aides, eldercare providers, and caregivers before hiring.
Read Guide →Babysitter Background Check
What to check before hiring a babysitter — criminal history, references, and identity verification.
Read Guide →House Cleaner Background Check
Screen house cleaners and maids — protecting your home and valuables.
Read Guide →Verify a Contractor Before Hiring
Check contractor licensing, insurance, complaints, and reviews before signing a contract.
Read Guide →Roommate Background Check
Screen potential roommates before sharing your home — criminal, eviction, and identity checks.
Read Guide →Tenant Background Check for Landlords
Screen tenants properly — credit, criminal, eviction history, and employment verification.
Read Guide →Background Checks for Caregivers & Home Staff
Complete guide to screening all household employees.
Read Guide →Online Dating & Relationship Safety
Verify who you are talking to before meeting someone from a dating app or online relationship.
Background Check for Online Dating
Protect yourself before meeting someone from a dating app — identity verification and red flags.
Read Guide →Verify Your Online Date’s Identity
Confirm your match is who they say they are before meeting in person.
Read Guide →Catfishing Investigation Guide
Deep dive into catfishing — how to detect fake profiles and investigate catfish schemes.
Read Guide →Fake Dating Profile Investigation
Identify fake profiles on dating apps — reverse image search and identity verification.
Read Guide →Check If a Person Is Married
Find out if someone you are dating is actually married — marriage records and investigation.
Read Guide →Verify Someone Is Single
Confirm marital and relationship status before investing in a new relationship.
Read Guide →Dating App Safety Check
Complete safety checklist before meeting someone from Tinder, Hinge, Bumble, or other apps.
Read Guide →Check Criminal History Before Dating
How to check if someone you are dating has a criminal record.
Read Guide →Tinder Match Background Check
Verify Tinder matches before meeting — identity, criminal history, and red flags.
Read Guide →Hinge & Bumble Match Investigation
Verify Hinge and Bumble matches before meeting in person.
Read Guide →Facebook Dating Verification
Verify the identity of Facebook Dating connections before meeting.
Read Guide →Verify Someone You Met Online Is Real
How to confirm an online connection is a real person, not a scammer or bot.
Read Guide →Verify a Long-Distance Relationship
Tools and methods to verify the identity of someone in an online long-distance relationship.
Read Guide →Verify a Military Boyfriend Online
How to confirm someone claiming to be military is who they say they are.
Read Guide →New Relationship Background Check
What to check before getting serious — protecting yourself with professional investigation.
Read Guide →Investigate Someone You’re Dating
Complete guide to conducting due diligence on a new romantic partner.
Read Guide →Romance Scam Investigation
Identify and investigate online dating fraud — warning signs, scam types, and recovery.
Read Guide →Find Who Romance Scammed You
Track down the person behind a romance scam — investigation techniques for victims.
Read Guide →Scam & Fraud Investigations
Find scammers, recover from fraud, and investigate financial crimes targeting consumers.
Find Someone Who Scammed You
Track down scammers and fraudsters — investigation techniques and legal remedies for victims.
Read Guide →Identify a Scammer by Phone Number
Trace a phone number used in a scam back to the perpetrator — investigation methods.
Read Guide →Phone Scam Caller Investigation
Investigate phone scammers — identify who called and pursue legal remedies.
Read Guide →Wire Transfer Scam Investigation
Investigate wire fraud — trace funds, identify perpetrators, and report to authorities.
Read Guide →Zelle & Venmo Scam Investigation
Find the person who scammed you through Zelle, Venmo, or other payment apps.
Read Guide →Investment Scam Investigation
Investigate Ponzi schemes, fake investment advisors, and financial fraud targeting investors.
Read Guide →Find the Person Who Scammed Me
General guide to identifying and locating anyone who defrauded you.
Read Guide →Facebook Marketplace Scammer Investigation
Find and report Facebook Marketplace scammers who took money for goods not delivered.
Read Guide →Online Purchase Scam — Find the Seller
Track down fraudulent online sellers who took payment without delivering.
Read Guide →Craigslist Scam Investigation
Investigate Craigslist scammers — phantom rentals, fake merchandise, and identity fraud.
Read Guide →Fake Landlord Rental Scam Investigation
Investigate fake rental listings and landlords who collect deposits for properties they don’t own.
Read Guide →Puppy Scam & Pet Deposit Fraud
Investigate online pet sale fraud — the most common consumer scam on social media.
Read Guide →Contractor Scam Investigation
Investigate contractors who took deposits and disappeared — finding them and pursuing recovery.
Read Guide →Ponzi Scheme Investigation
Detecting and investigating Ponzi schemes — red flags, asset tracing, and recovery strategies.
Read Guide →Insurance Fraud Investigation
How insurance fraud is detected and investigated — auto, health, property, and workers’ comp.
Read Guide →Elder Financial Abuse Investigation
Detect, investigate, and stop elder financial abuse — warning signs and legal remedies.
Read Guide →Vehicle & Property Searches
Find vehicle owners, property owners, and resolve accidents and property disputes.
Find Vehicle Owner by License Plate
Legal methods for identifying vehicle owners through license plate information.
Read Guide →Find Vehicle Owner Investigation
Comprehensive guide to identifying the owner of any vehicle.
Read Guide →VIN Search & Owner Lookup
Identify a vehicle’s history and owner using VIN — legal channels and investigation methods.
Read Guide →Find an Uninsured Driver’s Contact Information
Locate an uninsured driver after an accident for insurance and legal recovery.
Read Guide →Locate an Accident Witness
Find witnesses to an auto accident for insurance claims and litigation.
Read Guide →Find Driver Who Damaged Your Parked Car
Identify and locate the driver who hit your parked car and left the scene.
Read Guide →Hit-and-Run Driver Investigation
Investigate hit-and-run accidents — license plate tracing, witnesses, and insurance claims.
Read Guide →Find Property Owner by Address
Identify who owns a property using public records, county assessor, and professional databases.
Read Guide →Find a Landlord or Property Owner
Locate property owners for tenant disputes, code violations, and legal matters.
Read Guide →Find Abandoned Property Owner
Locate owners of vacant, abandoned, or distressed properties.
Read Guide →Heir Property Owner Search
Find heirs to inherited property with unclear ownership for real estate and title matters.
Read Guide →Property Lien Search & Owner Investigation
Identify lienholders and property owners for real estate due diligence.
Read Guide →Easement & Neighbor Dispute Investigation
Locate neighbors and property owners for easement disputes and boundary issues.
Read Guide →Find a Neighbor’s Contact Information
Locate neighbor contact details for property disputes, complaints, or emergencies.
Read Guide →Neighbor Property Damage Investigation
Identify and locate neighbors responsible for property damage.
Read Guide →Adoption Searches & Biological Family
Find biological parents, birth children, and relatives — adoption reunion searches and DNA match investigation.
Biological Parent Adoption Search
Detailed guide to adoption searches — court records, DNA databases, registries, and investigation.
Read Guide →Find Birth Parents (Adoption)
Professional investigation for adoptees seeking biological parents.
Read Guide →Closed Adoption Records Search
Accessing closed adoption records — legal options, registries, and investigation approaches.
Read Guide →Adoptee Search for Biological Family
Complete guide for adoptees searching for biological family members.
Read Guide →Birth Parent Reunion Search
Connect with biological parents or birth children — how the search process works.
Read Guide →Find a Biological Mother
Specialized guide for searching for biological mothers in adoption and DNA match scenarios.
Read Guide →Find a Biological Father
Specialized guide for searching for biological fathers — DNA evidence and investigation.
Read Guide →DNA Test Found a Relative — Now What?
How to locate and make contact with relatives discovered through 23andMe, AncestryDNA, or similar.
Read Guide →DNA Match People Search
Using DNA match results to locate biological relatives — research and investigation methods.
Read Guide →Find a Sperm Donor Biological Parent
Investigation approaches for donor-conceived individuals searching for biological parents.
Read Guide →Find a Half Sibling (DNA)
Using DNA match and skip tracing to locate half siblings from affairs, donor conception, or adoption.
Read Guide →Find a Half Sibling
General guide for locating half brothers and sisters through investigation and records.
Read Guide →Find a Birth Parent
Professional people search for those seeking biological parents.
Read Guide →Reconnecting with People from Your Past
Find old friends, family members, military buddies, teachers, coworkers, and people you have lost touch with.
Find a Long-Lost Family Member
Reconnect with estranged or missing relatives — search techniques and professional investigation.
Read Guide →Find an Estranged Family Member
Locate family members you have lost contact with — techniques for reconnection.
Read Guide →Find Someone from Your Past
General guide for locating people you have lost touch with over the years.
Read Guide →Reconnect with an Old Friend
Find old friends who moved away or lost contact — people search for personal reconnection.
Read Guide →Find Someone Who Moved Away
Locate people who moved without leaving contact information.
Read Guide →Find a High School Friend
Reconnect with friends from high school — people search techniques for old classmates.
Read Guide →Find a College Roommate
Locate former college roommates — skip tracing for academic-era connections.
Read Guide →Find a Childhood Friend
Reconnect with friends from childhood — investigation techniques for long-ago connections.
Read Guide →Find an Old Neighbor
Locate former neighbors who moved away — for reconnection, legal matters, or closure.
Read Guide →Find an Old Coworker
Locate former colleagues for professional reconnection, references, or legal matters.
Read Guide →Find an Old Teacher or Mentor
Reconnect with teachers, coaches, and mentors who made an impact.
Read Guide →Find an Old Pen Pal
Locate pen pals from childhood or youth — international and domestic people search.
Read Guide →Find a Lost Sibling
Locate brothers and sisters you have lost contact with — family reconnection investigation.
Read Guide →Find a Missing Grandparent
Locate grandparents who have lost contact with the family or gone missing.
Read Guide →Find a Long-Lost Aunt or Uncle
Locate extended family members — aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Read Guide →Find a Military Buddy
Locate fellow veterans and military service members for reconnection.
Read Guide →Reconnect with a First Love
People search for reconnecting with a former romantic partner.
Read Guide →Find Someone After 20 Years
Techniques for locating people from your distant past — cold case skip tracing.
Read Guide →Estate, Inheritance & Probate
Find heirs, locate unclaimed inheritance, and support estate administration.
Find Missing Heirs & Beneficiaries
Locate unknown or missing heirs for estate distribution — genealogy and skip tracing.
Read Guide →Find Unclaimed Inheritance & Missing Assets
Discover unclaimed inheritance, forgotten accounts, and missing estate assets.
Read Guide →Estate Beneficiary Search
Professional search services for locating estate beneficiaries.
Read Guide →Heir Location Services
Professional heir location for probate attorneys and estate administrators.
Read Guide →Heir Search Services
Find missing heirs through skip tracing and genealogical investigation.
Read Guide →Am I in a Will? How to Search
How to find out if you are named in a deceased person’s will.
Read Guide →Is There a Will? How to Find It
Search for a deceased person’s will — probate court records and executor investigation.
Read Guide →Unclaimed Inheritance Search
Find unclaimed money, property, and inheritance through state databases and investigation.
Read Guide →Find a Deceased Person’s Assets
Locate assets belonging to a deceased person for estate administration and probate.
Read Guide →Find Next of Kin for Notification
Locate family members for death notification, medical emergencies, and estate matters.
Read Guide →Case Study: Missing Heir Investigation
Real-world walkthrough of a missing heir search — how it was conducted and resolved.
Read Guide →Process Service & Defendant Location
Find defendants, overcome service challenges, and ensure proper service of process.
Service of Process Requirements by State
State-by-state guide to service rules — personal service, substituted service, and deadlines.
Read Guide →Serve Someone Avoiding Service
Proven strategies to serve evasive defendants — skip tracing and alternative service.
Read Guide →Find Someone to Serve Papers
Professional people search for process serving — verified address in 24 hours.
Read Guide →Find Someone to Serve Papers
Locate defendants and witnesses for civil process service.
Read Guide →Locate a Person for Small Claims
Find the defendant in a small claims case before your hearing.
Read Guide →Find a Witness for a Lawsuit
Locate witnesses for civil litigation — skip tracing for reluctant and missing witnesses.
Read Guide →Person Moved — No Forwarding Address
Skip tracing for defendants who moved without updating their address.
Read Guide →Substituted Service Guide
When substituted service is allowed, proper procedures, and avoiding dismissal.
Read Guide →Serve Someone in Another State
Cross-state service of process — long-arm statutes and out-of-state service rules.
Read Guide →Serve Divorce Papers to Missing Spouse
Skip tracing and service by publication for missing spouses.
Read Guide →Serve a Business, LLC, or Corporation
Proper service methods for business entities — registered agents and state-specific rules.
Read Guide →Overcome Service Evasion
Proven techniques for serving defendants who are actively avoiding process servers.
Read Guide →Service of Process Timeline
How long service takes by method — personal service, mail, and publication deadlines.
Read Guide →Serve Legal Papers on Military Members
SCRA protections, base access procedures, and rules for military defendants.
Read Guide →International Service of Process
Serving legal documents in foreign countries — Hague Convention and country-specific rules.
Read Guide →Sue Someone in Another State
Jurisdiction, venue, and procedural requirements for filing suit against out-of-state defendants.
Read Guide →Personal Injury Statute of Limitations by State
State-by-state deadlines for filing personal injury lawsuits.
Read Guide →Court Records Search by State
How to search court records in every state — online access, procedures, and availability.
Read Guide →Background Investigation Guides
Employment, tenant, and personal background checks — what is included and how to use them.
What Shows Up on a Background Check
Complete guide to background check results — criminal records, employment, and credit.
Read Guide →What Does an Employment Background Check Show?
Employer-specific breakdown — criminal history, education, employment verification, and drug screening.
Read Guide →How to Run a Background Check
Complete guide for employment, tenants, and personal purposes — what is included and legal requirements.
Read Guide →Background Check Yourself
See exactly what employers and landlords will find before you apply.
Read Guide →Do Arrests Show Up on Background Checks?
When arrests without conviction appear — state laws, employer use, and disputing records.
Read Guide →How Long Does a Background Check Take?
Typical turnaround times — instant results vs. manual searches and what causes delays.
Read Guide →Background Check for Landlords
Everything landlords need to know — credit, criminal, eviction history, and fair housing compliance.
Read Guide →Expungement Guide: Clear Your Criminal Record
How expungement works, who qualifies, and how expunged records affect background checks.
Read Guide →Clean Slate Laws & Expungement
How automatic expungement laws work — which states have them and their effect on background checks.
Read Guide →Social Media Background Checks
How employers use social media in screening — what they look for and how to prepare.
Read Guide →International Background Check Guide
Background checks on foreign nationals and people who lived abroad.
Read Guide →Professional License Verification
Verify professional licenses — attorneys, doctors, contractors, and financial professionals.
Read Guide →Vendor & Contractor Due Diligence
Vetting vendors and contractors — licensing, insurance, financial stability, and litigation history.
Read Guide →Investigate a Business Partner
Due diligence on potential business partners — background, financial history, and red flags.
Read Guide →Fraud & Specialized Investigations
Investigation guides for fraud, elder abuse, surveillance, OSINT, and specialized investigation techniques.
How to Investigate Fraud
Complete guide to fraud investigation — identifying schemes, gathering evidence, and legal remedies.
Read Guide →Identity Theft Investigation Guide
Uncover, document, and resolve identity theft — steps, investigation techniques, and prevention.
Read Guide →Workers’ Comp Fraud Investigation
Detecting workers’ comp fraud — red flags, surveillance, and legal consequences.
Read Guide →Contractor & Home Improvement Fraud
Investigating dishonest contractors — unlicensed work, bid rigging, and legal recovery.
Read Guide →Employee Theft Investigation Guide
Investigate employee theft and embezzlement — evidence, HR procedures, and civil recovery.
Read Guide →Infidelity Investigation
Professional infidelity investigation — surveillance methods, digital evidence, and legal considerations.
Read Guide →Surveillance Investigation Guide
How professional surveillance works — legal boundaries, evidence documentation, and technology.
Read Guide →Social Media Investigation Guide
Using social media as evidence — profile analysis, digital footprint tracking, and legal considerations.
Read Guide →Non-Compete Violation Investigation
Investigating employees who violate non-compete agreements — evidence and enforcement.
Read Guide →Cryptocurrency Investigation Guide
Tracing crypto assets — blockchain analysis, exchange subpoenas, and digital asset recovery.
Read Guide →Hidden Assets in Divorce — Complete Guide
Comprehensive investigation guide for spouses hiding assets during divorce proceedings.
Read Guide →Asset Search Before Filing for Divorce
Pre-divorce asset investigation — what to document before filing and why timing matters.
Read Guide →Cryptocurrency Hidden in Divorce
Tracing hidden cryptocurrency assets during divorce — techniques and legal strategies.
Read Guide →Alimony Enforcement — Locate Ex-Spouse Assets
Locate assets and enforce alimony orders when an ex-spouse hides income or assets.
Read Guide →Case Study: Romance Scam Investigation
Real-world walkthrough of a romance scam investigation.
Read Guide →Case Study: Hidden Asset Recovery
How investigators located hidden assets in a complex debtor case.
Read Guide →Case Study: Child Support Arrears Recovery
How skip tracing led to locating a parent and enforcing child support arrears.
Read Guide →Case Study: Serving an Evasive Defendant
How investigators successfully served a defendant who was actively evading service.
Read Guide →Legal Compliance & Privacy Laws
Federal and state laws governing skip tracing, background checks, debt collection, and information privacy.
FCRA Compliance for Background Checks
Fair Credit Reporting Act rules — permissible purposes, adverse action, and compliance.
Read Guide →Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
FDCPA rules — prohibited practices, consumer rights, and communication limits.
Read Guide →Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act & Skip Tracing
How the GLBA affects skip tracing — financial privacy protections and compliance.
Read Guide →Driver’s Privacy Protection Act (DPPA)
DPPA rules for accessing DMV records — permissible uses and penalties.
Read Guide →TCPA Compliance for Debt Collectors
Telephone Consumer Protection Act rules — autodialer restrictions and consent requirements.
Read Guide →Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
SCRA protections — default judgment requirements, interest caps, and verification procedures.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing Privacy Laws by State
State-by-state privacy regulations affecting skip tracing and data broker laws.
Read Guide →Skip Tracing Compliance Checklist
FCRA, GLBA, DPPA, FDCPA, and state law requirements in one practical checklist.
Read Guide →Avoiding Liability in Skip Tracing
Legal risk management — common liability pitfalls and best practices to avoid lawsuits.
Read Guide →How to Protect Yourself from Skip Tracing
Privacy protection — minimize your digital footprint and opt out of data brokers.
Read Guide →Data Broker Industry Explained
How data brokers collect, package, and sell your information — opt-out options.
Read Guide →Debtor’s Rights Guide
Consumer protection covering debtor rights — prohibited practices and dispute rights.
Read Guide →Can You Go to Jail for Not Paying Debt?
The truth about debtor’s prison, contempt of court, and what happens when debtors refuse to pay.
Read Guide →⚡ Ready to Find Someone? We Deliver in 24 Hours
Professional skip tracing since 2004. All 50 states. Flat fee. Results delivered fast — verified current address, phone number, and associated information.
Resources by Industry
Specialized skip tracing guides for professionals in specific industries.
Attorneys
Litigation support & due diligence
💵Debt Collectors
Locate debtors & verify assets
📄Process Servers
Locate defendants & witnesses
🔐Bail Bond Agents
Find fugitives & FTAs
🛡️Insurance
Claims investigation & SIU
🕵️Private Investigators
Database & location support
🏠Property Managers
Tenant tracking & collections
🏛️Probate Attorneys
Heir location & estate
👨👩👧Family Law
Divorce, custody & support
📑Bankruptcy
Asset discovery & fraud
🏗️Real Estate Investors
Off-market leads & owners
🏥Healthcare
HIPAA-compliant debt recovery
🏘️HOA / Condo
Delinquent assessment recovery
🏪Small Business
Customer location & fraud
🚗Auto Repossession
Locate vehicles & borrowers
💡Utilities & Telecom
Locate customers & prevent fraud
👨👧Child Support
Locate non-custodial parents
🌍Immigration
Witness & relationship verification
State Law Reference Series
Comprehensive state-by-state legal references covering debt collection, asset exemptions, bankruptcy, wage garnishment, and marital property laws for all 50 states plus D.C. and Puerto Rico.
⏱️ Debt Collection Statute of Limitations — All 52 Jurisdictions
Time limits for filing debt collection lawsuits by debt type — written contracts, oral agreements, promissory notes, and open accounts.
🏦 Asset Exemptions for Creditors — All 52 Jurisdictions
What assets are protected from creditors and what is available for levy and collection in each state.
⚖️ Bankruptcy Exemptions — All 52 Jurisdictions
What debtors can protect in bankruptcy — homestead, vehicle, tools, retirement, and wildcard exemptions by state.
💰 Wage Garnishment Laws — All 52 Jurisdictions
Maximum garnishment percentages, floor protections, employer requirements, and states that prohibit consumer garnishment.
💍 Marital & Community Property Laws — All 52 Jurisdictions
How each state treats marital property — community property vs. equitable distribution, with implications for creditors and divorce.
Community property states: Arizona · California · Idaho · Louisiana · Nevada · New Mexico · Texas · Washington · Wisconsin
Metro & Regional Coverage
Skip tracing with local expertise — regional guides covering courts, sheriff offices, and local investigation resources.
Skip Tracing Services by State
State-specific skip tracing guides — local laws, court resources, and regional expertise for all 50 states plus D.C. and Puerto Rico.
