Background check

[Danger Mouse]

Hi.

I need help regarding work.

I need to verify the legitimacy of a company based in the United States. Basically, a background check. What's the cheapest and most reliable way of achieving this?

Your input on this is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[kritic]

Try Google, first, because most legit companies have websites, even small family owned businesses.

 

[Danger Mouse]

Thanks, kritic. Appreciate it.

Whilst that is a good first step, but in this day and age where even a 7-year-old can come up with a website, is there a more concrete way for verification?

 

[War Lord]

Contact the Better Business bureau. Any company that's reputable will be listed.

 

[Danger Mouse]

Thanks, jonty.

Thanks again, kritic.

 

[blaire576]

this thread is way too old but the only thing that i hate with background check that pissed me off is to see my own record showing up when i try to run for myself driving(speeding ticket),ssn, high school, college transcript, etc. makes me wonder how just easy to access someone's info. see http://www.unlimited-backgroundcheck.com thats where i got mine installed

 

[Morg]

Yeah I sometimes check BBB(better business bureau) when I need to check out a company

 

[War Lord]

Hi.

I need help regarding work.

I need to verify the legitimacy of a company based in the United States. Basically, a background check. What's the cheapest and most reliable way of achieving this?

Your input on this is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

You could make a long distance phone call on your phone plan.

The internet is still free.

 

[redmarvel]

There is also the yellow pages for the area, and then the permit offices for the area. Depending on what business the company is in they may require a permit to do business. You could also ask for references from companies they have done business with and then confirm that those companies exist (and aren't just a phone number "shell").

 

[blaire576]

you could also use VOIP type of phones