Concerned about what might show up the next time you’re applying for a job or renting an apartment? You may be interested in conducting background research on your record trail and online identity.

The rental property market is a lucrative business, but it’s not without its risks. Choosing the right tenants can make or break a landlord’s success. But how can landlords ensure they’re making the ...

Whether you’re hiring, are involved in a legal case or are going on a first date, a background check site could give you the information you need to make an informed decision. However, it’s important ...

When looking for information on new acquaintances, many people turn to free searches, assuming that Google and WhitePages.com must know everything there is to know about a person. However, the best ...

In our current era of online dating, it is becoming quite common to meet your partner on a dating app. Dating apps are convenient in that they alleviate some of the time commitment involved in the ...

Whether you’re a landlord vetting a potential tenant or a business owner hiring new staff, today’s background check services promise instant access to public records, credit information, social media ...

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Tinder wants to help people surface red flags about potential dates through quick and affordable criminal background checks. Beginning this week, Tinder users will see a background check tool ...

We always meet new people, neighbors, romantic interests, employees, and so it goes, and usually, we just can’t be sure what they’re about. You could try spending months or years to get to know a ...

Significant delays in the processing of background checks are causing headaches across California, leaving applications for jobs and housing stuck in limbo while making it harder for employers and ...