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Clues to Hidden Income and Assets in Divorce – Fraud Files Blog

I often get asked how someone will know if their spouse is hiding income or assets in a divorce. Sometimes it is obvious when a

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Lack of Retail Sales in MLM – Fraud Files Blog

When someone introduces you to multi-level marketing (MLM), they are likely talking to you about the sales aspect of the company. They are talking about

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Does the Judge Like the Expert?

Forensic accountant Tracy Coenen and attorney Miles Mason discuss the likeability of an expert witness and how important this is to a court case. The

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Why a Lifestyle Analysis Is So Important In a Divorce Case – Fraud Files Blog

In the early stages of divorce, clients are required to complete financial affidavits, financial declarations, or other similarly titled disclosures.  The importance of an accurate

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How Credible Are Fraud Tips? – Fraud Files Blog

Companies rely heavily on reports about questionable behavior from employees, customers, vendors, or other outside parties. Tips are the most common way that fraud is

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Get Your Taxes Right – Fraud Files Blog

Whether it is tax season or not, the topic of tax mistakes is always relevant. People do things all year long that can impact their

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Consulting Or Testifying In Divorce Cases – Fraud Files Blog

A financial professional can fill two distinct roles in family law cases. He or she can be a consultant who provides analysis and opinions privately

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Behavioral Red Flags of Financial Fraud – Fraud Files Blog

There are a number of common signs that we may see when someone is engaged in financial fraud within a company. Tracy talks about the

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Funding Sources for the Lifestyle – Fraud Files Blog

An important lifestyle consideration is the source of funding. Many families fund their lifestyle with one source of income, earned from their work. Other families

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Construction Fraud Cases – Fraud Files Blog

What kinds of things can forensic accountants be involved in relative to construction fraud? A common area of fraud involves a general contractor using funds