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At FFIATS, we deliver industry-leading background reports tailored to your needs. Our background reports go beyond generic database extracts. We provide comprehensive investigations backed by factual evidence to deliver detailed ‘fit for purpose’ background reports and due diligence.

Why Choose FFIATS?

We specialise producing in-depth background intelligence with a level of precision and discretion which clients can depend on.

Every report we deliver is built around actionable insights and intelligence which is relevant, reliable and directly aligned with your objectives, whether for litigation, due diligence, or private matters. Through years of experience, we have supported private clients, Solicitors and Barristers in some of the most complex and sensitive cases, providing evidence which stands up to scrutiny in court.

What Are Background Checks Used For?

Background checks are invaluable for both personal and professional decisions. They provide critical insights that enable smarter, safer, and more informed choices. Examples include:

Vetting Employees

Employers verify qualifications and uncover potential risks, ensuring workplace safety, mitigating against theft and reducing turnover.

Landlord Tennant Vetting

Assess prospective tenants’ reliability and payment history.

Dating Background Checks

Families may verify the trustworthiness of individuals, such as a daughter's partner or a nanny. This service is incredibly useful to mitigate dating fraud and matrimonial issues

Investment Due Dilligence

Mitigate investing in a fraudster or investment scam with a comprehensive background check. Even seasoned, experienced investors have become victims of fraud.
FFIATS has extensive experience performing the necessary due diligence on individuals, investments and companies. Similarly to an information memorandum we deliver a comprehensive, accurate report which will give piece of mind for any investor considering a private equity or secured loan investment.

Missing Persons

We guarantee to locate anyone in the United Kingdom and our overseas skip tracing services are exemplary.

In-depth pre-litigation reports

Working closely with private clients, solicitors and barristers, we conduct comprehensive background checks and intelligence gathering to support pre-litigation and ongoing legal proceedings. Please review the Legal Support Services page and our litigation case studies or contact us for a confidential consultation. We partner with the legal profession to investigate complex cases, provide clear, actionable insights that strengthen and progress successful litigation.

Tracing dormant account owners

We can trace owners of dormant bank accounts, investment trading accounts and pensions.

Content of a Background Report

Our detailed reports are tailored to your requirements and may include:

Address & identity verification
Email addresess & mobile numbers
Property details & ownership
Identity document authentication (optional Addon)
Family & social relationships
Digital profiling & online footprint (social media)
Username, email and phone number OSINT checks
Education history
Employment & business record checks
Companies House data
Financial assessments & credit checks (Optional addon)
Asset tracing & valuation (Optional addon)
Regulatory & compliance checks
Civil & bankruptcy record reviews
Civil Action & Criminal history (UK & international) (Optional addon)
Website registrations
Data breaches
Integrity due diligence
Hobbies & Interests
Impartial Investment Portfolio Reviews (Optional Addon)
Custom inquiries requested by each client

Digital profiling & Online foot print – We screen for online news and websites which the Person of Interest may have registered with, including dating websites, porn and infidelity websites such as fling.com

Missing Person finder service

In the United Kingdom, over 170,000 individuals are reported missing annually Hire a Private Investigator and trace individuals nationally and internationally. We will locate missing family, friends and elusive debtors.

Investment Due Diligence / Background Checks

We have supported experienced investors who were victims of fraud until FFIATS recovered stolen funds. Adopting a proactive approach to mitigating against investment scams, benefiting from a detailed background checks report, is always a financially viable option alleviating the risk of future stress, anxiety and cost.

Asset Tracing & Financial Background Checks

FFIATS can undertake cost effective asset tracing. For certain international and complex cases, FFIATS and work effectively with solicitors to gather required evidence to support an application to the courts for further disclosure of assets.

Business Partner & Shareholder Disputes

Business disputes arise from financial disagreements, unclear roles, strategic conflicts, or suspected misconduct. FFIATS investigates issues such as fraud, self-enrichment and trust breaches, helping resolve conflicts discreetly and efficiently to protect your interests and restore professional harmony.

Pre-litigation Reports

A pre-litigation report investigates a person or company’s assets, legal history, and financial status to assess the viability of legal action. It helps evaluate repayment potential, probability of legal success and includes data on property ownership, directorships, financials, and contact details for informed decision-making.

Investment Portfolio Reviews

We provide an impartial review and valuation of your investment portfolios. We can also investigate cases where investment or financial advisors have mislead clients regarding investment success or overall investment valuations. Our experts assess investments across asset classes and investment vehicles, including FX, property, ETFs, and offshore trusts. We provide comprehensive portfolio reviews, helping identify risks and accurate portfolio valuations