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How to Catch a Cheating Husband

If you are married and suspect that your husband is being unfaithful, hiring a private investigator may be the most difficult decision you will ever make. Make no mistake about it—one of the most common reasons why women stay with cheaters is because they fail to take decisive action.

Perhaps these women know whether consciously or unconsciously that their husbands are cheating. However, they may be too scared to find out the truth. Some women may fear a confrontation, while others may fear their mate leaving. Unfortunately, living in denial never solves the problem. Infidelity hurts a relationship and every moment that you don’t know for sure deteriorates the marriage.

This is why it is imperative to hire a private investigator to find out the truth and gather evidence. Large cities like New York City and Los Angeles are definitely cities of temptation, as there are millions of people within the city constantly making new connections. Unfortunately large cities are not the only places that have vast infidelity problems nowadays because the fact is that much of the world is online and making friends of friends through social media! The temptation will always be there. What matters is how your husband responds. The newest statistics suggest that as many as 50% of all married men cheat and over 80% of those cheaters will lie to your face.

That leaves only one option: hiring a private detective. It’s no use to take on the assignment yourself, since a cheating spouse will sense your distrust and make every effort to convince you that you’re being unreasonable even making you believe you are crazy and paranoid. On the other hand, when a private investigator works for you, you are dealing with incontestable proof. Whether it’s video surveillance, physically following a subject, electronic surveillance or even vehicle tracking, a private detective can present to you conclusive evidence of your spouse’s guilt or innocence.

Protect yourself and the sanctity of your marriage by hiring North American Investigations to get to the truth.

One of the best reasons to hire a private investigator is his or her experience and skill in modern surveillance. Surveillance refers to a close observation of a person or group to monitor their activities to gather evidence and meet the objectives of the case. Surveillance is difficult and takes years of practical application in order to be effective. It is never recommended that someone other than licensed private investigators perform surveillance as most states have laws preventing it (stalking and Harassment).  Our private detective staff is licensed to engage in surveillance and have the techniques and experience necessary.

Physical surveillance refers to physically watching the subject(s) or “having eyes on them” as a term used in the industry. Electronic surveillance is when technology is used to monitor subjects(s) and example of this is vehicle tracking.  A private eye may utilize surveillance for a myriad of cases such as infidelity, cheating spouses, criminal, missing persons, and fraud to name a few.

Surveillance is invaluable method private detectives use to gather intelligence, information, patterns, behaviors, and evidence for their cases. Accounting for a subject(s) time when they are unaccounted for to monitor their behavior, patterns, interactions, relationships, and uncover evidence to prove any allegations is usually the main objective of surveillance.

When it comes to surveillance a private investigator needs to have extensive experience and practical application to be a successful field agent. Although there is equipment that private investigators utilize the best asset is good judgment and quick thinking. These attributes are honed with surveillance experience; a private investigator NYC agency will probably have a vast amount of experience due to the many cases handled in a large metropolitan city. The ability to adjust and adapt to any scenario is paramount and this where experience comes into play for the best possible results and not to compromise the integrity of the case.

There are various surveillance strategies a private investigator NYC agency might choose to employ which should be dictated by the case needs and objectives as opposed to more rural areas. Planning a proper plan of action is crucial which enables detectives to play though certain scenarios that may exist or occur.  Some detectives use surveillance vehicles, as they are very inconspicuous and are equipped with the latest surveillance equipment. A New York private investigator such as NAI may need to follow a subject on foot and needs to be skilled in concealment and evasion all the while being able to collect evidence. Blending into the surroundings and playing the part of someone who fits in and seems to be a normal part of the surroundings is paramount.

In surveillance, the code of ethics is that you cannot jeopardize the mission and risk alerting the subject of an investigation. Experienced investigators know how to maintain a close watch on a subject(s) without getting “made” or losing sight of the subject. Although there can be many variables in the field a seasoned investigator can adapt.

As for surveillance being legal, there is nothing legally wrong with surveillance provided that (a) you are not stalking a person with intent to harass or frighten, and (b) you are not invading a person’s privacy and you are licensed agency. The agency you choose should be should be familiar with the state laws regarding surveillance.

Why not get 100% confirmation of your suspicion?  Hire a private investigator from North American Investigations to know the truth and solve your case.

It is a wise decision to choose a professional private investigator for your investigative needs. A private detective can help you find conclusive proof of your allegation or intuition, whether you are asking for help with an infidelity case, a victim of a crime, or want to track down a long lost acquaintance, private investigators can help. However, there are many private investigators to choose from.

How can you choose which private investigation agency is right for your case? Obviously, you don’t want to hire an amateur to do a professional’s job, especially in surveillance cases, so choose an agency that is experienced, licensed and skilled. Many detectives are former law enforcement agents and have expert training when it comes to surveillance and investigative techniques. A professional agency should have developed their own proprietary methods of solving cases that are reinforced with proven results and high solve ratios.

It’s also best to verify whether the private investigator has any complaints filed against him or her by the state agency that licenses them. Check for negative reviews. A professional agency should be part of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and be certified. An agency you interview for a potential case should be wiling to provide a free consultation and references. Ethical and highly professional private investigators will make the best decisions for your case and unethical detectives break the law, overcharge clients and do second-rate work.

The longer a detective has worked as a private investigator in NYC or a major city the better. Larger cities have detectives that have the most practical application of investigative work. Years of experience in the same location show community acceptance, high ethical practice and effective methods of investigation that continue to turn over a profit making the agency successful and recognized in their community.

When it comes to the subject of payment. The typical private investigator NYC agency, or anywhere, will probably ask for a retainer. It’s imperative that you get an estimate for the total charges so that you can avoid misunderstandings. Discuss beforehand disbursements (or additional expenses) and when you’re in doubt ask to see a contract. A reputable private investigatigator New York area firm, will discuss in detail the services offered, all fees and what the client should expect to receive at the end of the investigations.

Lastly, ask for progress reports to make sure the professional you hire is keeping you updated. Hiring a competent and qualified private eye is the most effective way to resolve a case quickly, efficiently and economically.

The Mind of a Cheater – After reading a recent article by Judy Dutton printed in the Daily News, we decided to help our readers get inside the mind of cheaters with some of the wonderful tips she had pointed out. If your significant other is living by these rules, you may want to speak to a professional, licensed investigator today to see if you have a cheating spouse on your hands.

Rule #1: Clearing the cache and cookies from a computer.
Rule #2: Keeping their cell on them at all times, so no one can check their call logs.
Rule #3: Treating their significant other like a queen.

Why would someone cheat if they are still treating their significant other like a queen? Are they unhappy? Bored or unsatisfied in their marriage? Researcher Shirley Glass says no. When polling more than 300 men and women on this question, she found 56% of men and 34% of women who had affairs rated their marriage as “happy” or even “very happy.” This comes to the point: Keeping someone happy at home is NOT a guarantee that your relationship will remain infidelity-free.

Interestingly enough, Todd Shackelford at Florida Atlantic University and David Buss at University of Texas conducted personality tests on 107 newlywed couples and disclosed that there were ONLY three reliable tip-offs that someone might cheat on you down the line.

3 Signs of a Cheater

• Narcissism: Narcissists have an overdeveloped sense of self-importance, which often gives itself away in the tiniest actions.

• Low conscientiousness: This is the inability to see how one’s actions impact others. These people tend to be late and forgetful, and are probably constantly apologizing for their slip-ups.

• Psychoticism: This is a lack of self-control that can manifest itself in sudden disappearances or breaking off friendships without explanation.

Do these signs of a cheater pertain to your current relationship? Are these words hitting too close to home? If so, you may want to speak to a private investigator for a free consultation. Seeking a professional’s opinion grants you an objective third party perspective that is100% unbiased and confidential. Let us help you find peace of mind in your time of need.

How To Hire Right Private Investigators - For a private investigation firm, the necessity for confidentiality between the investigator and the client is vital. Prior to hiring a private investigator, the client should always verify certain information with the company they are looking to hire so as to obtain the proper results. Ask yourself and the investigators to make sure that your case is in the right hands of confidential, discreet private investigators:

•Make sure the private investigator you are hiring specializes in the case you are looking to conduct. For instance, when hiring an investigator who works on homicide cases, make sure they are retired law enforcement from a homicide division with high success rates. If you are hiring a private investigator to conduct surveillance, ask for video samples. If you are looking to conduct a background check, make sure the firm does not query out of date resources and that the facts are current. Above all, make sure that you check references for the case you are looking to do, so you can see if the company you are hiring was confidential and discreet with previous clients cases.

•Ask the private investigation firm you are hiring for references. Also, ask if their firm maintains experts in specialized fields on staff. You want to make sure you hire a private detective with experience and proven results in your required field. Choosing who to pick is a matter of sensitivity of case and the set of skills or knowledge it may require from the private investigator. See what kind of experience the private investigator you might hire has, in order to decide if they best fit what you are looking for.

•Clarify with the private investigator what state the surveillance will be in. Make sure the private investigator is licensed and bonded in that state and able to conduct surveillance there.

• Verify that the only persons with access to your personal information will be those assigned to work on your case.

• Make sure they will never send anything in your file to be copied at a commercial copy service center.

•See if the company you are hiring has 24/7 accessibility. Are they able to accommodate case requests at unconventional hours? Do you receive reports in a timely fashion?

•Verify the private detective you are hiring is trained to only employ ethical and morally correct action.

•Above all, make sure the case is confidential and the company you hire has a strong privacy policy. Ask the company how they ensure their clients’ anonymity and the confidentiality of personal information. Always call a firm’s references.

No matter how famous the client, North American Investigations has never disclosed information to publications like Page Six, other newspapers, gossip columns, etc. We are 100% discreet and confidential, always putting our client first. Our clients matter and we have references and examples of our work for future clients. North American Investigations has been in business for over 40 years, has a B+ rating, and are licensed and bonded. Call 800-724-8080 for a free consultation today.