Ask a PI: Don't Get Scammed - How to Hire a Real Private Investigator #PrivateInvestigator #crime

Hiring a Private Investigator can be a minefield of unlicensed "experts" and high-priced scams. In this episode of Ask a P.I., Des reveals the red flags you need to watch for and the specific process she uses to protect her clients. Before you hand over a retainer, learn: *The Licensing Trap: Why Google is the last place you should look for a PI, and how to verify licensed PI's. *The "Scratch & Sniff" Test: The 3 critical questions Des asks every potential client to weed out bad intentions. *The "Anti-Sales" Approach: Why a legitimate PI will actually try to help you solve the problem on your own before taking your money. *Setting Expectations: Why hiring a PI is like a doctor prescribing medication—there are always "side effects" and unpredictable outcomes. *Red Flags: How to spot "thirsty" investigators who are more interested in your wallet than your case. Trust your gut, do your homework, and never hire an investigator who doesn't put your best interests first. Official Resource: To report fraud or check a license in Michigan, visit the LARA website: https://www.michigan.gov/lara #AskaPI #PrivateInvestigator #PrivateEye #HiringAPI #FraudPrevention #TrueCrimeEcosystem #15MM #ConsumerProtection #crime #podcast #15minutesofmurder