When Should You Do a Background Check?

There are numerous situations where it can be a great idea to do a background check. Let’s say you decided to jump into the online dating scene. You’ve seen enough Zoosk, Match.com and eHarmony ads to make the process look appealing so you throw caution to the wind and put up a singles ad. Once you find someone that wants to meet – it’s a great idea to screen that…
Read more...Are Instant Background Checks Legal?

Wondering if instant background checks are even legal is a common question. The simple answer is , “yes”. The reason is because felonies, misdemeanor records, sex offenses, arrests and convictions that an individual may have are all considered public records and that means the public may access those records. In the past obtaining a background check from anywhere in the United States would mean going from county to county within…
Read more...Should You Background Check Your Ex’s New Boyfriend?

It may seem like a huge ethical or moral dilemma, you don’t want to come off as a stalker or that you have unresolved issues from a former relationship, but you have children with your ex and she’s moved on to someone new. You’re fine and cool with that thought, but sometimes people think with their hearts instead of their heads and commonsense gets lost somewhere along the way. If…
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