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Mastering Online Public Records - Business Registrations 1 Credit

Mastering Online Public Records - Business Registrations 1 Credit

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  • Published on

    February, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Specialized Knowledge

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Learning Objective

  • Explore business registration records and their typical information.
  • Identify the reasons and benefits of researching business registrations.
  • Recognize key challenges in researching business registrations.
  • Discover best practices for searching business registration records.
  • Apply investigative techniques to analyze business registration data.

Course Overview

Have you ever wondered how simple public records can reveal hidden business secrets? Business registrations hold the key to unlocking important insights about companies, partners, and potential risks. In today’s fast-paced world, having the skills to navigate these records quickly can be a game changer. This course invites you to explore the exciting world of online public records and discover how business registration data can support smarter investigations and informed decisions.

In this engaging course, Marcy Phelps—a seasoned investigator and Certified Fraud Examiner—guides you step-by-step through the essentials of business registration records. You will discover what information is available, why these records matter, and how to overcome common obstacles. Practical examples and clear, simple instructions help you build the confidence to conduct your in-depth searches.

Major Topics: 

  • Corporate Data Source Insights
  • Fraud Detection Techniques Mastery
  • Public Record Navigation Strategies
  • Registration Search Optimization Methods
  • Effective Source Verification Process

By the end of the course, you will have the tools to approach public records with clarity and precision. Real-world case studies, hands-on methods, and straightforward tips make the content accessible for everyone—even if you’re starting. Join us today and unlock the potential hidden in every registration record!

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Specialized Knowledge for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Specialized Knowledge for CPA in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
Sources of Information for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 1 CPE Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
Digital Forensics for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 1 CPD Eligible
Information Gathering and Preserving for Master Analyst In Financial Forensics (MAFF) 1 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible

Additional Information

Credit

1

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Marcy Phelps

Marcy Phelps

President, Marcy Phelps & Associates Inc.

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As the founder and president of Marcy Phelps & Associates Inc., Marcy helps clients identify and prevent fraud through background investigations, asset discovery, and litigation support. She started her company in 2000 after earning a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Denver. 

Initially, Marcy worked with business professionals, leveraging her library and information skills for gathering intelligence about industries, buyers, and competitors. She eventually became a licensed private investigator and Certified Fraud Examiner and now specializes in researching people and companies for her corporate clients. Marcy frequently speaks and writes on topics related to investigations and online research and is the author of Research on Main Street: Using the Web to Find Local Business and Market Information, published by CyberAge Books. 

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Cecilia Merz, CPA (US)

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Very useful information. Marcy Phelps has a pleasant voice and demeanor.

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Joanne Boudreau, CPA (US)

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This was a subject that I only have minimal experience with so it was helpful to get tips on the process. Easy to understand.

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