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Hidden Costs of Homeownership
When underwriting a mortgage, most lenders and servicers focus on a borrower's income, credit, and debt-to-income ratio. But what about the hidden...
HELOC Demand is Rising: What Mortgage Risk Teams Should Know
New home construction is at historic lows. Homeowners are hesitant to sell because of higher interest rates. As a result, the U.S. mortgage market...
The Importance of Forensic and Fraud Reviews: Mortgage Risk Mitigation
In today’s mortgage market, forensic and fraud reviews give lenders, servicers, and investors the insight they need to spot hidden danger and...
Where Private Investigators Retrieve Public Records for Research
As an investigative firm assisting legal professionals, we understand how essential public records are to strong evidence collection and jury...
Alive and Well? Death Verification for Claimants in Workers’ Compensation Cases
In workers' compensation case management, some of the most deceptively complex questions are also the simplest—like: Is the claimant still alive?...
2 Best Tools for FECA Chargeback Management
Effective Chargeback Management of workers’ compensation costs isn’t just about processing claims; it also demands constant oversight of chargeback...
Combating District Residency Fraud: Strategies for School Districts
Residency fraud poses challenges for school districts, affecting budgets and staff bandwidth. At Frasco® District Residency Investigations, we...
Unlocking Hidden Insights with Specialized Data Investigations
Why Data Investigations Matter In today’s digital era, Data Investigations give claims teams the power to see beyond basic web searches and find the...
LWEC Explained: Impact on Workers’ Comp After a Second Injury
What Is LWEC? When an employee gets hurt and returns to work, they might struggle to perform their previous job duties or earn equivalent wages due...
The Benefits of Trauma-Informed Investigation Techniques
In today's complex workplace environment, addressing issues such as harassment, discrimination, and workplace violence requires a nuanced approach....
Streamlining Sample Selection: Quality Control Audits
In the ever-evolving landscape of mortgage lending, ensuring the integrity and quality of loans is paramount. At Frasco® Mortgage Risk Mitigation,...
FECA Chargeback Year: Easy Ways to Reduce Agency Costs
What Is the FECA Chargeback Year? The Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA) chargeback year never follows the fiscal or calendar year. Instead,...
Gathering Information within the Confines of the Law: A Guide for Legal Professionals
In modern practice, Evidence Gathering must be legal, ethical, and fast. In the ever-evolving landscape of legal regulations, particularly as it...
Red Flags or White Noise: A Guide for FECA Claims Specialists
Managing claims under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA) requires both diligence and discernment. Identifying red flags early can...
Case Studies: Successful Residency Fraud Investigations
School district residency fraud is a significant issue that affects thousands of districts annually, misallocating resources and straining budgets....
Scene Investigations: Uncovering Crucial Details for Claims Evaluation
As an insurance investigator or claims adjuster, you know Scene Investigations decide how claims end. Because they gather first-hand evidence at the...
OWCP Playbook: Key FECA Terms for Workers Compensation Specialists
Understanding OWCP Injury Compensation: Key Terms and Processes Injury compensation is a very complex subject, the Federal Employees’ Compensation...
Handling Difficult Terminations: The Role of Investigations
Terminating an employee is never an easy task, especially when there are concerns about potential violence, retaliation, or other serious...
Managing Mortgage Repurchase Risk Amid Rising Delinquencies
In the first quarter of 2025, mortgage delinquencies on one-to-four-unit residential properties increased to a seasonally adjusted rate of 4.04%,...
Addressing Undisclosed Debt and Mortgages: A Guide for Lenders
Why Undisclosed Debt and Mortgages Put Loans at Risk Undisclosed debts and mortgages stand out as serious risks that can lead to defaults, financial...
Improving Jury Selection with Background Checks and Social Media Searches
Why Jury Selection Screening Matters in 2025 Jury Selection guides the direction of every trial, and its value cannot be overstated. A single juror...