Bringing a new employee into your company or renting out a piece of real estate involves a great deal of trust, so you want to have as much information as possible. A background check can verify critical personal information and ensure the applicant you choose is honest and worthy of your trust. Successfully conducting a background check requires a great deal of expertise, however, so it’s essential to consider your options carefully before choosing a provider.

What Is a Background Check?

Each company offers slightly different public records checks, but most will include a detailed look into an individual’s employment history, criminal record, credit report, and professional licenses. Some companies will also check the applicant’s personal references, as well as their motor vehicle history and civil records to determine if they’ve ever been named in a lawsuit.

What Are the Characteristics of the Best Background Investigation Companies?

Accreditation

If you’re using a background check to screen applicants for a job, the provider you use must be compliant with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Choosing a provider certified by professional trade groups also helps ensure that your investigation will be conducted to the highest standards possible.

Options

The most effective investigators offer a wide range of options, with searches that can be customized to meet your needs. Using several providers to research different elements of an individual’s background not only costs more, but also increases the chances of receiving inaccurate information.

Accuracy

Of course, the most important aspect of any background check is accuracy. Basing employment or renting decisions on inaccurate information can tarnish your reputation and cause you to reject high-quality candidates. Before signing with an investigative firm, ask about their accuracy rate and the process used to collect an applicant’s records.

As a proud member of the Private Investigator's Association of Idaho, MS Recoveries & Investigations offers high-quality background checks and customized service to companies throughout Ada and Canyon counties. Their team of elite investigators has the expertise to deliver the information you need as quickly and efficiently as possible. Visit their website for more on their broad array of investigative services, or call (208) 918-1254 to book an appointment today.