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Attorneys often find themselves fighting an uphill battle against both their own clients’ interests, and the case subject’s deceptive behavior or uncooperative nature. Whether you’re trying to serve a subject, locate a witness or seeking expert testimony, a private investigator can perform all of the above to both expedite your case and solidify your success […]

Can Private Investigators Hack Cell Phones? Private investigators across the United States frequently face the question of whether or not they can hack a cell phone or computer for a client. Unfortunately, the short answer is “no” – not legally. However, depending on what sort of information you’re looking for, a skilled, resourceful, creative and […]

Can Private Investigators Take Photos? Private investigators are often navigating states’ legal grey areas in order to successfully complete surveillance tasks. However, due to different states’ restrictions and local ordinances, your local PI may have to approach surveillance differently. One of the most common questions private investigators get asked is: “Can you take pictures of […]

Private investigators have long been viewed as enigmatic crime-solving detectives called in to solve a mystery while smoking a cigarette and wearing a trench coat. While the private investigation field can have its exciting moments, the world of Noir PIs and Magnum PI are hardly accurate representations of what private investigators actually do. Whether you’re […]

So you’ve decided you need a private investigator – but how should you go about choosing and hiring the right one? Well, whether you’re a private party, attorney, law firm or corporation, your process will largely remain the same. Below, we’ve detailed an easy, five step process to hire a private investigator! Step One: Determine […]

If you’re a business owner or private party looking for additional information on a particular individual, it’s likely you’ve looked into obtaining a thorough background check. However, the process of finding a police report on an individual can quickly turn into a much lengthier endeavor if you don’t already know where to look. Furthermore, third […]

If you’ve ever asked yourself “how do I become a private investigator?”, chances are you’ve only found a few online resources to help you get started, with minimal information. At Find Your Investigator, we offer the collective knowledge and experience from countless PIs across the nation to help you get started in your career as […]

If you’re a private party, small business, attorney, corporation or law firm looking to hire a private investigator, chances are you’ve taken the time to shop around for rates and quotes. However, if you’ve having a difficult time determining how much a private investigator should cost, there’s a few factors to consider when making your […]

Whether you’re beginning a career as a private investigator and researching rates to determine what you should charge, or if you’re wondering how much PIs can make to decide whether or not to pursue a career as a PI, Find Your Investigator has drawn upon the experience of dozens of investigators across the US to […]

Are you looking for a long-lost friend, lover or family member? If so, this article will give you all the tools you need to find them without spending a dime. All searches listed here are free and provide accurate results. Our Grey Ghost Miami private investigators have used these tools as adjuncts to our private […]

Are You Being Stalked? Paramount Investigative Services Has The Answer One of the most common services requested by our clients is an investigation into whether or not they’re being stalked. From gang stalking to suspicious break-ins, residents across Los Angeles from Hollywood to Pasadena insist that they’re the subject of stalking. While some suspicions are […]

When we compare the private investigation industry as it exists in the United Kingdom and the United States, it’s tempting to succumb to the popular and pervasive stereotypes of PIs from film and literature. Certainly, in the eyes of the British public, a Yank detective is wise-cracking, moustachioed, handsome, and also is Tom Selleck. I […]

Coming to an inbox near you: Companies claiming to offer online CCW certifications. Is it legit? Not in California! With gun sales and Concealed Carry permit applicants surging across California – and the nation – it’s no surprise that predators using deceptive sales practices or outright scams are clamoring to prey upon the uninformed. Gun […]

FCPX Like a boss! (A Private Investigator Boss!) So every few months things change on you from your software or your devices like your camcorder etc. and now you’re having difficulties with adding your date & time stamp. Or you simply want to catch up with the times! I strongly recommend Final Cut Pro X […]

1. Know the area and the weather report. Let’s say you have a surveillance case in the mountains. What I would do first, is look to see if there are any winter storm warnings for the area. If so, how much snow is expected to accumulate? In the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, we can get […]