Asset Misappropriation by Check Fraud
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners recently issued its Report on Fraud to the Nation for 2014. The report cites three major areas of occupation fraud: asset misappropriation, corruption, and financial statement fraud. “Small businesses are both...
The Difficulties of Dying With and Without a Will
Decedent Dies Intestate It is important to know the laws in the state in which you reside to understand your position involving a death in the family and to avoid the frustration and confusion that results. Take time for family matters and the funeral. Most...
Why Did My Partner Steal from Me?
Experience has shown that individuals steal from their partners for a number of reasons including to support a habit including drugs, gambling, women. But the main reason is greed for money and easy access to the proceeds of the business when control systems are weak....
Collusion Between Controller and IT Staff Results in Embezzlement
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners “Report to the Nations – 2014 Global Fraud Study” reveals that there are “Red Flags” to be considered when a business is experiencing financial difficulties or things just don’t feel right, including: the suspect was a...
Ponzi Scheme Characteristics
In the past I was fortunate enough to investigate many fraud schemes including a number of investment Ponzi schemes, including: clothing and apparel, foreign currency exchange, promissory notes, oil and gas royalty limited partnerships, and real estate limited...
Ponzi Schemes of Greed Continue During the Corona Virus
The following is a follow up to a June 2020 article issued by Sage Investigations, LLC, regarding Ponzi Schemes. https://www.sageinvestigations.com/articles/why-do-we-continue-to-see-ponzi-schemes-in-the-news/ According to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s...
Beware of Caregivers
A study published in Public Policy & Aging Report (1) finds, “financial exploitation of older adults and diminished financial capacity results from age-related cognitive impairments—both pose major economic threats. “ The author continues, "The problem is...
Necessary Records and Testimony in Financial Cases
Most financial investigations either civil or criminal involve tracing the movement of money. As it relates to civil allegations, matters may involve theft or embezzlement of company assets, assets hidden in a divorce case, diverting business profits to personal use,...
IRS Seized Bank Accounts for Alleged Structuring of Deposits
Every day brings a new story about the IRS seizing bank accounts of American citizens. From grocery stores to dairy farms, from construction companies to other small businesses; if cash comes in, so does the IRS. In days past the IRS Criminal Investigations (CI)...
The Audit Trail Report Hidden in Most Accounting Software
When it comes to fraud investigations, the Audit Report, found in most accounting software, is a very important tool. In years past, the Audit Report for software like Peachtree or QuickBooks could be turned off. Today the Audit Log or Report operates automatically...
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Asset Misappropriation by Check Fraud
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners recently issued its Report on Fraud to the Nation for 2014. The report cites three major areas of occupation fraud: asset misappropriation, corruption, and financial statement fraud. “Small businesses are both...
The Difficulties of Dying With and Without a Will
Decedent Dies Intestate It is important to know the laws in the state in which you reside to understand your position involving a death in the family and to avoid the frustration and confusion that results. Take time for family matters and the funeral. Most...
Why Did My Partner Steal from Me?
Experience has shown that individuals steal from their partners for a number of reasons including to support a habit including drugs, gambling, women. But the main reason is greed for money and easy access to the proceeds of the business when control systems are weak....
Collusion Between Controller and IT Staff Results in Embezzlement
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners “Report to the Nations – 2014 Global Fraud Study” reveals that there are “Red Flags” to be considered when a business is experiencing financial difficulties or things just don’t feel right, including: the suspect was a...
Ponzi Scheme Characteristics
In the past I was fortunate enough to investigate many fraud schemes including a number of investment Ponzi schemes, including: clothing and apparel, foreign currency exchange, promissory notes, oil and gas royalty limited partnerships, and real estate limited...
Ponzi Schemes of Greed Continue During the Corona Virus
The following is a follow up to a June 2020 article issued by Sage Investigations, LLC, regarding Ponzi Schemes. https://www.sageinvestigations.com/articles/why-do-we-continue-to-see-ponzi-schemes-in-the-news/ According to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s...
Beware of Caregivers
A study published in Public Policy & Aging Report (1) finds, “financial exploitation of older adults and diminished financial capacity results from age-related cognitive impairments—both pose major economic threats. “ The author continues, "The problem is...
Necessary Records and Testimony in Financial Cases
Most financial investigations either civil or criminal involve tracing the movement of money. As it relates to civil allegations, matters may involve theft or embezzlement of company assets, assets hidden in a divorce case, diverting business profits to personal use,...
IRS Seized Bank Accounts for Alleged Structuring of Deposits
Every day brings a new story about the IRS seizing bank accounts of American citizens. From grocery stores to dairy farms, from construction companies to other small businesses; if cash comes in, so does the IRS. In days past the IRS Criminal Investigations (CI)...
The Audit Trail Report Hidden in Most Accounting Software
When it comes to fraud investigations, the Audit Report, found in most accounting software, is a very important tool. In years past, the Audit Report for software like Peachtree or QuickBooks could be turned off. Today the Audit Log or Report operates automatically...
