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"Cold Case" is now being thawed!

Posted by Christine Burke on Thursday, April 8, 2010,
We are excited to be able to assist in the thawing of a "cold case". Our firm has been retained to investigate a suspicious death case after the original investigators failed in this regard. We have already uncovered multiple leads that give the family members hope that the "whodunit" will be solved. Stay tuned for more.

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Goodness - Where Has The Year Gone?

Posted by Christine Burke on Thursday, April 8, 2010,
I can't believe that it is April already but it's nice and Spring is here in Scottsdale. We are still suffering the economy in Arizona but that has been a boost for us private investigators as the greed, scams, and absconding are running rampant.  It seems that everyone is trying to get something for nothing and the government claims it is understaffed and unable to do anything about it.

If we can help you with anything, please let us know. Of course we always recommend checking someone or som...
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DNA Testing Services Now Offered - Paternity, Maternity, Infidelity, Forensic & Immigration

Posted by Christine Burke on Saturday, January 9, 2010,
With the start of the New Year, Strategic Intelligence Services is now offering a new service: DNA Testing.

We offer Maternity, Paternity, Relationship, Infidelity, Forensic and Immigration testing as well as DNA Storage, Human Remains Testing and Expert Witness Testimony.

We also offer Child DNA Services such as our CSI Profile (Child Safety Identification DNA Profile) and DNArt.

We will take these samples and conduct the testing for you here in Scottsdale, the Phoenix Metro area, Arizona or Na...
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U.S. to Audit 1,000 Firms To Check For Illegal Hires

Posted by Christine Burke on Friday, November 20, 2009,
Says the AZ Republic in today's news article.

Didn't I tell you it was coming and to be prepared? Many businesses in Arizona do not know about this law and do not feel it applies to them based on informal surveys I have conducted.  It's a shame because something so simple can jeopardize your livelihood.

Learn more here.

Christine Burke
Strategic Intelligence Services PLLC
Private Investigator
Scottsdale Arizona 85260
480-588-0511

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Arizona Prosecutes It's First Under the Legal Arizona Workers Act

Posted by Christine Burke on Friday, November 20, 2009,
Do you use E-Verify in your business? Do you know it is required by law in Arizona?  Apparently Michelle Hardas did and she skirted the system anyway, says The Arizona Republic in their recent report.

Don't risk your business license and ensure that you use E-Verify to check your employees.  If you are unable to do so yourself, or do not feel comfortable about it, we can set you up and do it for you. It's quick and inexpensive.

Christine Burke
Strategic Intelligence Services PLLC
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Important Information If You Own Your Own Business

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, October 28, 2009,

Ladies and Gents,

October 31, 2009 is the deadline for your business to have completed it's Federally mandated Red Flags Rule Plan. Starting November 1, 2009, you could receive up to a $2,500 fine for non-compliance.

Yes, I was shocked too, when I found this out. This little known rule has actually been in place for a while but the government is now stepping up efforts for enforcement to urge compliance in the wake of how widespread Identity Theft is.

Per the rule, you are required to...


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Wanted Man Guarding Others = Background Checks Not Being Done Properly

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, October 21, 2009,
The Associated Press reported today that Michael Preclik was wanted in the Czech Republic - WHILE he was working here in the United States guarding our prisoners. What's up with that? 

Well, I'll tell you. Folks are not doing background checks or are not doing them the right way.  No ifs and or buts about it.

I find it unacceptable when a simple Google search turns up the outstanding warrant. Businesses should hire a licensed private investigator to conduct their background checks and ensure t...
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Scottsdale police warning residents of banking scam

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, October 21, 2009,
Per the Arizona Republic, Scottsdale Police are warning against a text message scam.  Con artists are using text messages to direct you to the web to provide account information.

You can learn about this scam and others in our Secure Your Bottom Line seminar being taught by local private investigators tomorrow at 6:00 p.m. at the Scottsdale Arabian Library. This seminar will discuss background checks, identity theft and cyber crime.  Learn more and register here.

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Congress Extends E-Verify Program For 3 Years

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, October 21, 2009,
Arizona businesses, are you using E-Verify to check your employees?  If not, you could face sanctions.

According to the Gannett Washington Bureau, Congress has extended the E-Verify program for 3 years.

Did you know that in Arizona it is MANDATORY to run all newly hired employees through the E-Verify system?  If not, you now do. If you are confused or concerned about this, please give us a call. We provide E-Verify services for businesses nationwide.  You can learn more here.

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FREE Secure Your Business Bottom Line Seminar

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, September 23, 2009,
We will be presenting a FREE seminar for businesses on the topics of Identity Theft, Cyber Crime and Background Checks.  This is a great opportunity to see how these issues can affect your bottom line.

Stay tuned for more information or visit our site at:  www.SecureYourBottomLine.com

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Agency Owner Featured on Local Internet Radio Show

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, September 23, 2009,
Yours truly will be featured on www.Live2UAZ.com during the week of October 1, 2009 to October 7, 2009.

On the videotaped show, I speak with Runelle, and answer questions related to the private investigator business. The show runs 24/7 and can be accessed anywhere on the web via the URL above.

Christine
Strategic Intelligence Services PLLC
15560 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. B4-511
Scottsdale AZ 85260
(480) 588-0511

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Loan Officers Will Require Background Checks and Be Registered

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, September 23, 2009,
Were you scammed by an unscrupulous loan officer? Had a bad experience? Hopefully, new procedures enacted by the State will prevent this from happening in the future says The Arizona Republic.

Arizona Loan Officers will be required to be licensed, effective July 1, 2009. Potential loan officers must pass a criminal background check, attend a class on lending laws and ethics, take and pass a test, and will have to post a bond.

For more information read the article here.

At Strategic Intelligence...
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Monitoring Employee Behavior Using Social Media

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, September 23, 2009,
Are you using Social Media to monitor your employees? If so, you may have a problem says, Bill Wright of Sherman & Howard LLC. In the recent Phoenix Business Journal article, this topic is addressed and it may highlight some issues that you hadn't thought about.

Many companies monitor social media sites concerned about their reputation. This process is commonly being referred to as Reputation Management and can be critical to ensure that your company is represented fairly in the media. 

Here a...
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Our Case Featured on Channel 5 KPHO Phoenix

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, September 16, 2009,
Our case involving a dog biting incident was gratefully featured on Channel 5 last night. See the whole story here:

See Story

We hope to nab this women and her dog.

Thanks to Channel 5.

Christine Burke
Strategic Intelligence Services PLLC

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Why We Offer Reputation Management Services

Posted by Christine Burke on Wednesday, September 9, 2009,
Excellent Article From BNET:

If you don't know what "Reputation Management" is, this article is one reason to find out. We offer monitoring of your personal and business reputation online as part of our services. This also meshes with our brand fraud offerings to ensure that your brand is being represented fairly online.

Online reputation is one of the items that a competent background investigator will check. Is this being done for your employee background and due diligence checks? You do get ...
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Who Is Taking Care of Background Checks in Arizona?

Posted by Christine Burke on Saturday, August 29, 2009,
Did you see this article about the Peoria Charter School teacher who had videotaped his babysitter changing clothes?  He had a valid fingerprint clearance card - so no one is going to check? How about speaking with his past employer and checking court records.

Folks, please understand the those "nationwide" criminal checks do not get down to the nitty gritty of what goes on. Please ensure that you get a comprehensive background check done by a competent individual.  If you don't know what you ...
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The “Red Flags” Rule: Are You Complying with New Requirements for Fighting Identity Theft?

Posted by Christine Burke on Friday, August 21, 2009,
Are you complying with the new Federal Trade Commission's Red Flags Rule? If not, you could be at risk for a fine. 

We can help you prepare for and complete your Red Flags Rule Plan. Learn more at RedFlagsRulePlan.com our site specifically designed to inform you about this issue.

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Social Security Numbers at Risk From Social Media

Posted by Christine Burke on Tuesday, July 7, 2009,
A recent study revealed that Social Security numbers are easy targets with a little help from social networking sites such as Facebook. As these sites reveal key information such as birth city and date of birth, it is very easy to decipher someone's social security number.

Please be careful when using social networking sites and read more about the article here:

http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/2009/07/07/20090707identity-theft0707.html

Christine Burke

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Two Year Wait for Investigation of School Teacher

Posted by Christine Burke on Tuesday, June 16, 2009,

Most of you may be aware of the recent shooting of a Chandler student because of an alleged love triangle with his teacher.  Crazy? It gets more unbelievable when you hear that the school board had the case for two years and had not done anything!  On the news last night, a spokesperson said that the school board had 400 cases "under investigation" and did not have the resources - having only 4 investigators working 100 cases each.

What do you think?

Christine Burke
Strategic Intelligence Servic...
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Investigators Being Used to Locate Absent Homeowners

Posted by Christine Burke on Tuesday, June 16, 2009,

PI now.com has a great article about how the UK is combating unpopulated homes.

Investigators are able to find owners who may have walked away pending foreclosure and can assist banks and other lenders in indentifying subjects.  What do you think?

Read more here:  http://www.pinow.com/news/2009/03/18/pis-wanted-to-find-homeowners-in-the-uk/

Christine Burke
Strategic Intelligence Services
http://www.StrategicIntelligenceServices.com

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Fingerprints Required for Home Sellers?

Posted by Christine Burke on Tuesday, June 16, 2009,

I heard this on the radio today...

Home sellers will be required to supply fingerprints before they sell a home due to fraud.  More information.

As a private investigator, one of the things we advise clients to do is to conduct Due Diligence - no matter the issue.  Whether it's buying or selling a home, going into business with someone, or getting married, background information should be gathered.

Fingerprinting is something that we do regularly as part of our normal services.  Usually this is ...
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