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Title Check: How to Safeguard Yourself When Buying a Vehicle
Description:Introduction:Purchasing a motor vehicle is one of the most common large consumer purchases in the United States.Unlike buying a shirt or a house, almost e...
What Is A Zombie Vehicle Title? Unraveling the Mystery of a Dangerous Title
Description:What is a Zombie Vehicle?Zombie vehicles refer to cars in a "zombie limbo" title status, stuck in a legal deadlock with no clear ownership or registration....
Mastering the Online Bill of Sale: A Digital Guide to Secure Transactions
Description:What is a Bill of Sale?A Bill of Sale is a document that serves as a receipt, showing the transfer of an item from one person to another.It is commonly as...
Revving Up: How to Secure a Title for Your Motorcycle
Description / Show Notes:Difference in Title Documents:The title document for a motorcycle is the same as any other motor vehicle, but the process of obtaining it may...
Car Selling Without a Title: Is It Possible?
Understanding the Vehicle Title DocumentA title document is a paper certificate showing a vehicle's identity, VIN, year, make, model, and ownership.When selling a car,...
Who Owns the Wheels? Understanding Vehicle Titles on Financed Cars
What Happens When a Vehicle is Financed?The vehicle owner (borrower/driver) is listed as the owner on the title.The lien holder (e.g., a bank or financing company) is ...
Do Replacement EV Batteries Really Cost More Than the Car?
Episode Summary: In this episode, we discuss a viral post about the staggering cost of replacing an electric vehicle battery for a Chevy Volt. Is this a rare occurrenc...
Unpacking the Variations: Why Cyber Insurance Policies Differ So Much
Description:The Rise of Cyber Liability Insurance: Cyber liability insurance did not exist as a specific line of coverage until recently, and even now, there isn't a ...
How the Construction Labor Shortage is Driving Up Insurance Rates
Description:The labor shortage in the construction industry is creating problems not only for contractors but also in the insurance market.Both construction and insur...
Why Cyber Insurance Will Surpass All Other Forms of Coverage
Description:Introduction to Cyber InsuranceCyber insurance covers losses from technological issues like hacking, ransomware, and more.While not a primary type of insur...
Hidden Threats: Unmasking Internal Cyber Attacks on Companies
DescriptionWhat is Your Company’s Risk of a Cyber Attack?Explore the alarming vulnerabilities companies face in the digital age and why cyber protection should be a to...
Why Surplus Lines Insurance Is Gaining Popularity
Description:In this episode, we dive into the remarkable growth of the surplus lines insurance industry and explore why it’s becoming a critical segment in financial s...
Cyber Insurance 101: Your Essential Application Checklist
Description:Checklist for Applying for Cyber Liability InsuranceBefore applying for cyber liability insurance, ensure you've completed the following steps to improve y...
Cyber Insurance Update 2023: What’s Changed and What You Need to Know
What is Cyber Liability Insurance?A unique type of risk coverage designed for businesses facing digital threats, including data breaches, hacking, and ransomware atta...
Unmasking Deception: Strategies for Detecting Corporate Fraud
Case Study: Fraud in a Grass Seed CompanyOverview of a fraud case involving an employee and vendor in Oregon’s grass seed industry.Employee colluded with a vendor to s...
Unveiling the Secrets: What Your Car's Black Box Knows
Introduction to Vehicle ForensicsVehicle forensics involves recovering and analyzing records to uncover information about a vehicle's activity, similar to how medical ...
Guarding Against Improper Mechanics Lien Release Scams: What You Need to Know
Description:In this episode, we delve into the world of vehicle title fraud, focusing on a widespread scheme called "lien stripping" or "lien release fraud." Learn how...
Guarding Your Property: Preventing Real Estate Deed Fraud Scams
Description:What is Deed Theft?Deed theft occurs when scammers forge a deed transfer to claim ownership of a property.This process involves reviewing public real estat...
Are Criminal Background Checks Crossing the Line?
What is a background check?Background checks are commonly used for employment, renting real estate, and business deals.Understanding when and how a criminal history ca...
Recovering Assets: Winning the Fight Against Fraud and Lawsuits
DescriptionTopic: Exploring Third-Party Liability as a Recovery Strategy for Fraud VictimsOverview:Discussing the role of third-party liability in recovering losses f...
Smart Strategies: How to Choose Judgments for Investment Success
In this episode, we discuss:How to Identify a Good Judgment for Investment:Differences between default judgments and litigated jury verdicts.Challenges with asset rec...
Unmasking Online Scams: How They Really Work
DescriptionHow Online Scams Typically WorkExplore the common patterns of online fraud, from fake investments to luxury item scams.Examples of ScamsInvestment schemes ...
Turning Scams Into Success: How to Profit by Uncovering Frauds
Description:In this episode, we explore how individuals can leverage their investigative skills to uncover fraud and potentially benefit financially through whistlebl...
Fraud Victims: How to Recover Your Money from the Bank
Description: In this episode, we discuss how third-party liability can play a crucial role in recovering money lost to fraud, scams, or Ponzi schemes.The Problem of S...
FBI's Tools for Recovering Wire Transfer Fraud: Breaking the Escrow and Financial Fraud Kill Chain
Episode Show Notes:Introduction to Online Fraud and ScamsMany clients fall victim to online fraud, losing money through wire transfers to fraudulent parties.Common ty...
Downloading Your Electronic Vehicle Title: A Step-by-Step Guide
Description:Can You Get an Electronic or Digital Copy of Your Car Title?Why can't you just download or print a car title from your phone like other documents (boardin...
Leasing Dilemma: Why Used Car Prices Are in Trouble
Introduction:Auto leasing has significantly impacted the used car market over the past few years.Used cars don't come from a "used car factory"—they are sourced mainl...
Fake Car Titles: Turning Fraud into False Assets
Introduction to Title FraudInsights into common scams and fraudulent activities in the vehicle title industry.Fraudulent Title and Insurance ScamA man filed false veh...
Unveiling the Truth: Salvage Vehicle Title Fraud Explained
Understanding Salvage Titles and Their RisksWhat is a Salvage Title?A salvage title is issued by an insurance company after a high-value claim on a vehicle.The vehicl...
Exporting Lien-Titled Vehicles: The Hidden Loophole Uncovered
DescriptionTopic: The Importance of Vehicle Titles and Export ChallengesWhy Vehicle Titles Are Crucial:Vehicle titles are essential for establishing legal ownership a...