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What Does A Employer Credit Check Look For?

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Applying to a new position? Worried about an employer credit check? Many candidates today think about their credit score when searching for new opportunities. As an HR or recruiting professional, however, it can make or break an applicant's…
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Education Verification to Eliminate People Who Lie/Exaggerate on Their Resumes

When you're hiring someone, education verification is important. Learn more about why it matters to eliminate people who lie/exaggerate on their resumes.
Let a Background Screening Provider Verify Your Job Candidates Educational Background

Let a Background Screening Provider Verify Your Job Candidates Educational Background

One of the most falsified sections on resumes and applications is the candidate's educational background. Why? Many roles within a company will require the candidate to have a specific degree or educational background. As a result, many…
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West Coast State Credit Report Limits in Employment Screening – Part I

There are a number of states that are considering passing, or have passed, laws that regulate how state credit reports may or may not be used by employers for employment pre-screening purposes. Many of these differ or extend the coverage of…
Use Employment Verification to Avoid Being Scammed

Use Employment Verification to Avoid Being Scammed

When you're hiring someone, it's easy to simply take them at their word. Learn more about using employment verification to avoid negligent hiring.
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Does Overall User Experience Make a Difference When Selecting a Background Check Provider?

People will always remember the experience with a business or brand. Learn more about user experience when selecting a background check provider.
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Employment Background Check For New Hires: What Does The Prospect’s History Say?

Finding good talent is rare, and sometimes a prospect's history is overlooked to gain their reported skills. Not performing an employment background check for new hires can end up haunting you down the road, and even damage the company's reputation. Considering…
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Two Reasons to Integrate Work Background Check Platforms in Your HR System

Conducting a work background check through third party is an important part of a contract, being impartial, and non-discriminatory. Working with a background check company verifies the candidate is who they say they are and whether there…
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Learn Why the Proper Database Use for Background Checks Is Essential

Background checks are a useful tool for applicant decisions. Here are your responsibilities when it comes to the proper database use for background checks. 
3 Things to Avoid When Performing Your Background Checks

3 Things to Avoid When Performing Employment Background Checks

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Performing an employment background check is an important step in the hiring process. Ensuring you get the right employees who will do the job right is paramount to success. Here are some things you shouldn't do when conducting pre-employment…
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Our National Criminal Package

Because there are so many background checks that you can choose from (and it can be confusing), we offer package deals to make sure that you find out all of the information that you need. One of our most popular packages is the National Criminal…
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NAPBS Accreditation: Your Added Layer of Protection

Is your background screening agency satisfying your business needs? It's time to learn how NAPBS Accreditation can protect your business. Like many professionals, adequately vetting the background and any potential liabilities that may come…