Necessary Records and Testimony in Financial Cases

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

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

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...
Interviewing Defendants in Federal Criminal Cases

Interviewing Defendants in Federal Criminal Cases

Successfully interviewing defendants in Federal criminal cases requires specialized skills and instincts. Sage investigators possess both. We put 26 plus years of experience as an IRS Special Agent work for you and your client to make sure we get what we need to get...
The Impact of a Fraud Investigation

The Impact of a Fraud Investigation

At times federal agencies—IRS and FBI—get information that leads to the execution of a search warrant at an individual’s place of business and possibly their residence. This is generally a shocking activity for employees, clients, and family members. There are a...
Complex Cases Made Simpler

Complex Cases Made Simpler

With advances in technology and the growing complexity of global banking and business, numerous new avenues of deceit have been created for swindlers to mask illegal and fraudulent activity. In this digital age, the movement of money between companies, governments and...