Where do private investigators get their information?

Where do private investigators get their information?
Are there secret databases?
In this video Tim Santoni discusses sources of information, how to search for them and what you can miss if you don't know where and what to look for.
Tim covers, public records, social media and open source intelligence gathering.
Top databases that require a subscription or a fee.
TLO
IDI
Tracers
IRB Search
SkipSmasher
Clear
Corelogic - Realquest
Skopenow
PACER
DMV
Top free resources
County Clerk Recorder
County Clerk Assessor
Secretary of State / Department of Corporations
Open Source Intelligence Gathering
Social Media Research
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[@dadathome584]

Sir,,, this info is invaluable to a new (FNG) PI- thank you!! QUESTION: For county public records (county clerk, recorder, etc), do you find it necessary to physically visit their location, or can most of it be accomplished online? Thank you for your expertise & insight

[@Santoniworldwide]

It really depends. Some courts offer online access. If not call the clerk as they might offer searches for you. Only visit the court as a last resort.

[@PenelopePitstop0078]

~ glad you asked this 💯 I had a P.I. , here in Houston, but lean times & got scammed hard. Cops just laugh at me, grrr.

[@ShaneMclane-PrivateEye]

Accurin is what I used when working for a debt collection agency. We had to sign a form saying we wouldnt look up celebrities. Its shocking the information you could get.

[@Santoniworldwide]

Yes that is a common source that many folks use. ACCURINT and IRB search are very similar. They are marketed to different industries under different name. All commercial data providers have a similar clause in their agreements.

[@user-T.Baldwin]

To the point, valuable info. Thank You.

[@Santoniworldwide]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KevinSandy2]

I would like to be able to do research on elected politicians. How can I research for example, a local council member? I'd like to be able to learn of their family, their connections to charities or businesses for political purposes. What would be resources needed for such would I need a PI license to do this? Thank you

[@Santoniworldwide]

Great question. You can do this type of research on your own as long as it won’t be used in a court case or administrative proceeding. You just can’t access tools and resources that licensed private investigators have access to. If you have any more questions, please let me know.

[@dadathome584]

Last Q: Which databases do you prefer? I know a PI must utilize more than 1 for successfully investigating, but which would be your top 2-3 for a new PI on a shoestring budget? Appreciated!!

[@Santoniworldwide]

I like TLO and a good second is IRB because they offer some searches on businesses. Also TLO can get you access to vehicle sightings.

[@amitkp6957]

@@Santoniworldwide Vehicle sighting as per the number plate or just make, color n model.

[@PenelopePitstop0078]

@@amitkp6957 that’d be awesome to get report on sighting

[@aqjr.6205]

Good stuff 👍🏼

[@Santoniworldwide]

Thanks! I’m glad you found it helpful.

[@alexchabra2894]

Good information. If I can make a suggestion - please speak slower and articulate more. Also turn down background music and sound effects.

[@Santoniworldwide]

Thank you for the feedback

[@carolynroth7373]

they will also speak to your neighbors, offer cash for info, cash for visitors, cash for eavesdropping. they will turn your neighbors against you with lies and insinuations.

[@danielchavez2908]

Hello. Just got my PI license approved . CA, based in Los Angeles ( SFV818) looking to start my business to focus more on surveillance and background checks. What is the best resource you recommend for DMV records and background checks ? Paid subscription is fine. Any help would be greatly appreciated 🙏

[@Santoniworldwide]

Congratulations. I strongly suggest looking at TLO for background research and asset investigations. For DMV you need to get a request or code in California. Contact Logan Registration Service. They can help.

[@danielchavez2908]

@@Santoniworldwidethank you I will look into it

[@PenelopePitstop0078]

This is of interest to me, as only clue I have is a license plate #.

[@ONCE.Daren.Quebada]

I need assistance with skip tracing and finding missing heirs in CA

[@melindaventimiglia9473]

what to do if private investigator uses illegal surveillance cameras eavesdropping in home. Gained access via laptop

[@Santoniworldwide]

Thanks for the comment. Can you provide more context? Is it a family computer used by you and your spouse? How do you know access has been gained remotely?

[@JorgePalomera-hd4lk]

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[@profesorr4938]

Dont use your laptop Put tape over the camera Change your network settings.. router password, ip addrssses Try to scrub your laotoo free of unwanted junk. Eg much of windows bloatware supports the badguys more than the good. Get a tech guru to help if needed Learn how to use TailsOS on a usb drive

[@TheBlackStranger]

Is it possible to remove yourself from these databases?

[@User-qazws]

Pittsburgh's perfect Peter may I call you Pete...

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[@Nina-uk5xe]

You are talking too fast😊

[@PenelopePitstop0078]

Yeah, sorry, very speedy for me. TY