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Locate Investigations: What They Are and How They Help

Sometimes, finding someone isn't just helpful-it's critical. Whether you're an attorney needing to serve a subpoena, a business trying to recover assets, or an individual searching for a loved one, professional locate services can provide the clarity you need.

At National Business Investigations, Inc. (NBI), we've been helping clients for over 50 years by delivering accurate, discreet, and legally sound locates that get results.


What Are Locate Investigations?

A "locate" investigation is the process of finding a person's current address, place of employment, or other contact information. People may need to be located for many reasons, including:


Why Professional Locates Are So Valuable

While online searches and social media can offer clues, they are often incomplete or inaccurate. People move, change names, and sometimes go to great lengths not to be found.

Professional investigators provide:


NBI's Locate Process

At NBI, we combine advanced technology and experienced investigators to deliver results. Our process includes:


When Time Matters, Accuracy Counts

A poorly done locate can cost time, money, and credibility in court. With NBI, you can trust that the person we find is the right one-and that our evidence is backed by decades of investigative experience.


Get the Answers You Need

If you need to find someone for legal, business, or personal reasons, trust National Business Investigations, Inc. to provide fast, accurate, and confidential results.

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When finding the right person matters, NBI delivers.


About the Author

Michael D. Julian is President of MPS Security & Protection and a 30-plus-year veteran of the security and investigations industry. He served as President of the California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) from 2005 to 2015 and has led executive protection, residential security, and corporate investigations engagements for Fortune 500 principals, high-net-worth families, and public figures across the United States. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.

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