UK Private investigators
As UK Private Investigators, we’re renowned for our highly successful track record in locating hidden assets, property, and valuables throughout the United Kingdom. We use one of the largest UK databases to provide effective screening information on individuals, and have done so since 1997. If you require additional support on planning evidence behind your case, contact us today for a confidential call and more details about our asset tracing services.
What type of assets can we find
The kinds of assets we can reveal include, but are not limited to:
- Property
- Belongings
- Bank accounts
- Land
- Shares and investments
- Equipment and machinery
The importance of asset finding
When looking to recover the money you’re owed, it can often be possible to do so via a person’s assets – but how do you know what they’ve got? Finding hidden assets is, therefore, a valuable tool to use when you’re embarking on debt recovery, to help you secure the funds that are rightfully yours.
Conduct a background check
Comprehensive screening processes and background check investigations provided by UK Private Investigators.
Find a person's address
Our Private Investigator service offers unparalleled access to our advanced find an address service. We boast a 98% success rate on discovering the correct and current address for all trace inquiries or reverse phone lookup.
Trace someone who owes money
This is a commonly used service here at UKPI. Our advanced and effective debtor trace service will provide you with the current address of the individual.
Locate a person's assets
Do they have any hidden assets? Are you seeking help and assistance on finding a person’s assets? Speak to us. Our reliable asset tracing process enables us to track down where people are hiding assets and check if the assets they declared are correct.
Conduct thorough background checks
Our comprehensive screening process and background check investigations can uncover vital information on anyone. These screening checks by UK Private Investigators can be used by businesses and private clients.We gather information from one of the largest UK databases and have been providing effective screening information on individuals for more than 25 years.
Find someone’s address
Clients looking to discover the recent addresses of long lost friends, family members, or debtors can use our comprehensive address search services. If you aren’t getting the correct data from public records, it’s time to consider enlisting the help of private detectives. We can locate addresses using telephone numbers, names, and social media platforms.
We can help you locate assets
At UK Private Investigators, we have a proven and highly successful track record in locating hidden assets, valuables and property in the UK and across the globe.
Our UK team of highly experienced asset tracing experts have many years of experience. Our international asset tracers assist with tracing hidden assets in this country and overseas and often work with our overseas associates when local knowledge is required.
Some of our Private investigator services
Asset investigation for divorce proceedings
Divorce proceedings can be an unpleasant and upsetting situation, especially if your ex spouse is withholding information. We can help with uncovering hidden assets, property investments or company shares they may not be disclosing. We can help you recover what’s rightfully yours and ensure a smooth divorce settlement in which you get what you’re owed.
Additionally, if child support negotiations are a part of the divorce proceedings, the evidence collected can help prevent your ex spouse from lying about their income levels to avoid making child support payments.
Investment due diligence
Due diligence is an important step to complete before you seriously consider huge investments. A hidden assets investigator can look into the financial standing of a company. The evidence uncovered in the asset search will ensure you’re on equal footing during negotiations.
Conducting due diligence checks is crucial in avoiding fraudulent and money laundering activities. By identifying and confirming assets belonging to the company or person, you can ensure you’re conducting legitimate business with the right people.
Trace assets to confirm embezzlement
Asset search for companies can help determine if your business partners are hiding assets or are partaking in other fraudulent activities. The asset search can help discover off-shore bank accounts, funds that were funnelled into front companies to avoid high tax rates, and much more.
These investigations are typically conducted in order to protect your company from dishonest individuals in high positions. The asset check can help prevent embezzlement and its consequences, including asset loss, disruptions to business operations, and irrefutable damage to the company reputation.
Confirm your suspicions before it’s too late for your business — contact our PI service as soon as you’re having doubts.
Conduct an asset search to recover assets
It’s an unfortunate situation when someone owes you but refuses to adhere to the repayment requirements. However, judgement recovery is the process of collecting what you’re owed as ruled by the county court judgement or high court.
The court may rule in your favour but the other party can claim that they don’t have the financial capacity to pay you back. They may try to convince you of their inability to pay by attempting to conceal assets. In the worst-case scenario, the debtor might not even care enough to start the process of hiding assets, just plainly choose not to pay you, or even disappear.
That’s why it’s recommended to seek out a professional private investigation company like UKPI.
Not only will our expert private detectives find hidden assets to prove financial viability, they can also locate hard to find people if necessary.
Uncover hidden bank accounts, tax shelters, business assets, and ownership information with our professional financial assets search services. Contact us today to begin collecting the necessary data today for your case.
How we find a person’s assets
As reputable private investigators, you can rely on us to be thorough in our asset finding. This means that we conduct searches of public records, examine credit reports, call on our network, and even look hard at social media accounts. We do, of course, also have access to databases not widely available for public use, so we run all the information we have through these to ensure we’ve covered all bases in our asset finding.
Legal considerations in your asset search
Of course, we wouldn’t be doing our job if we didn’t factor in the legal considerations in finding a person’s assets – this forms a huge part of planning our investigations. For example, we’re members of the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office), and adhere to GDPR in the handling of all personal data.
Linked to this is confidentiality and ethics; we ensure our investigations are respectful of debtor’s rights, and do not contravene privacy laws. You must also understand that court orders may be required to access certain information; this can all be discussed at your consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Who typically needs an asset finding service?
We find that PI asset search services are commonly requested by those going through a divorce, solicitors involved in litigation, businesses considering mergers, creditors attempting to collect on debts, and heirs or executors dealing with wills and estates.
Is finding assets legal?
Yes, finding assets is legal when the investigation is conducted within the boundaries of the law. Licensed investigators such as ourselves, have access to certain public records and databases legally available to professionals; we do not use illegal methods, such as hacking or accessing confidential banking details without authorisation.
How much does finding assets cost?
The cost of your investigation will depend on how complex it is; we’ll give you a tailored quote based upon our initial consultation with you.
Can you find hidden or offshore assets?
Yes, it is possible for us to locate hidden or offshore assets, although this can be more challenging and may require more resources and/or time.
How long does an asset investigation usually take?
The duration varies depending on the complexity of the case, the depth of investigation required, and the type of assets being searched for. A standard asset investigation may take anything from a few days to a few weeks, but more complex cases may take longer.
Is my consultation free?
Yes – we don’t charge to meet with you initially to discuss a potential investigation.
What information do you need from me to start an asset search?
Generally we’ll need basic information about the subject, such as full name, date of birth, last known address along with any additional details that may help narrow the search. In some cases, court documentation or other legal permissions may be required.
How accurate are asset finding investigations?
UKPI always strives for accuracy by using verified databases, cross-referencing public records, and using our industry expertise to ensure findings are reliable.
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