Showing posts with label russian scams. Show all posts
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October 22, 2010
Russian Scams Increasing, Say Russia Private Investigators: Background Checks Advised

Russian Scam Cases Involving Russian Brides Rising












Moscow private investigators recently reported that background checks involving pre-marital checks and dating scams are significantly higher than 2009 levels. The rise in investigation services, according to industry observers, has been led by the rise in online dating, a rise in online match-making sites, and specifically the growth in Russia marriage websites. The number of people meeting Russians online is up, and so are the scams.

It's now well known that marriage and dating scams in Russia are a real risk. But, scammers are now using sophisticated techniques that can fool even the most skeptical. Dating agencies and Russian bride websites in Russia have no way of screening all the women, and some websites based in Russia are even scams themselves, or at least they knowingly allow the scammers to use their site. Russia background checks are increasingly being used as a way to minimize the risk from fraud and scams. Professional private investigators in the Ukraine and Russia say those contracting a reputable investigator are making a wise decision due to the high risk in the region. Private investigators advise a background check early in the relationship, rather than when it's too late.

Russia private investigators are now battling fraud and scams throughout Russia and the Ukaine. For the typical pre-marital check or background investigation, private investigators can verify key factors and evidence to determine if the subject is who he or she claims to be. Key points to verify include address, ID or passport, documentation, employment and education, travel or dating agencies, and other factors depending on the available case data. Consumers should be very selective when choosing a Russia based investigator, as there are limited professional options.

Russia private detectives advise consumers to be skeptical of money requests, emergencies, relationships that seem too good to be true, and subjects who fall in love overnight. Beware of subjects who provide copies of expired documents, such as driver's licenses and passports and visa. Expired documents are often sold, stolen or bought in Russia to use in scams, and it's very common for scammers to present a copy of an expired ID to gain the victim's trust. Problems with immigration, passport, visas or agencies should be checked. The fact is, due to the high risk for scams, not having a background check can be costly.

As Russian women continue to seek romantic relationships and opportunity outside of Russia via the internet and marriage agencies, private investigators stress that fraud and scam levels will remain high, and a background check is advised.

All the Best,

S. Birch
© 2010 S. Birch
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March 9, 2010
Best Russia Background Checks

Choosing a Russia Background Check Service






Russia has made impressive gains in democracy and creating a more transparent economy and system of government. Despite the global recession, the country continues to develop at a rapid pace, economically and politically. Even with these advances, however, Russia remains a corrupt and high risk environment for business and for personal relationships. As a result, Russia background check services and Russia private investigators are in high demand. No one wants to be a victim of fraud or scam.

Choosing a Russia detective agency can be a challenge. Many of the Russia based companies in Moscow and St. Petersburg lack the professional training and experience necessary to handle cases from international clients. Industry observers report that among the case types most in demand are infidelity and pre-marital checks, background checks, due diligence and corporate fraud. Some of the agencies in Russia claiming to offer professional investigations are in fact locals who lack the proper training, experience and equipment. Finding a qualified professional means the difference between success or failure.

One company that has drawn signifcant attention from consumers and competitors is Russia PI™. The company is U.S. owned and managed, but maintains professional field investigators in Moscow and St. Petersburg, Russia, as well as Kiev, Ukraine. Investigators have experience in military or federal law enforcement, and client service is a top priority. The firm has been a relief for international clients searching for reliable investigators in Russia, and has served as a welcome wake up call for the competition. The time for transparency and Western style business practices in Russia has come. Client service is now required to stay in business.

Whether you require a Russia background check or Russia private investigator, it pays to shop around. Avoid local investigators who don't speak proper English. If the website or company is based in Russia, proceed with caution and make sure you ask for references. Be patient and keep searching until you've found a professional. Not having the background check or due diligence, or choosing to go with an amateur, is a risky alternative.

All the Best,

S. Birch
© 2010 S. Birch

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February 10, 2010
Russia Background Checks in Demand

Moscow Private Detectives Report Strong Growth





Despite the drop in economic activity across Eastern Europe and in Russia, one industry is reporting impressive gains and growth. Russia private investigators are in high demand thanks to an increase in internet scams, online dating scams, advance free fraud and other business fraud. International clients who have business and personal relationships in Russia and the Ukraine are increasingly hiring private investigators to screen for fraud.

Internet scams and fraud is perhaps the single biggest driver which is fueling the demand for Russia and Ukraine private investigators. Western clients are contracting Moscow private detectives more than ever to verify relationships begun on the internet. With more people meeting via the internet on match- making websites and social networking sites, there is an increased risk for scams. And although progress has been made by Russia private investigators and Russia law enforcement, Russia remains a world leader for romance scams and advance fee fraud.

Russia background checks are strongly advised for any individual or business seeking relationships or opportunity in Russia. Due to the high risk of fraud or scams, experts suggest that the risk nearly outweighs the opportunity. For those comfortable knowing the risks and pursuing a romantic relationship online with a Russian, or a small business abroad seeking an investment or business partner in Russia, failing to have a background check or due diligence check can be a costly learning experience.

Industry observers suggest the high level of fraud and scams is largely the result of the poor and desperate economy. When economic conditions improve, hiring conditions and business activity should increase, which will in turn fuel the demand for pre employment screening and due diligence cases. In the meantime, Russia private detectives will stay busy fighting scams.

All the Best,

S. Birch
© 2010 S. Birch
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