Consumers can be protected from online predators, scams and con-artists with the help of a new service. Recently opened for business, Asset Search Pros hopes to help individuals battle these potential online threats.

Dave Griffiths, MD, a partner with Asset Search Pros said that these types of problems can escalate quickly.

Describing a potential scenario, Griffiths said: "You finally found that someone special in your life. Since you met them, you have exchanged e-mails almost every day. The person is sensitive and caring, too. He or she is a good listener. The person appeals to your lifestyle, and loves your taste and personality". "There are some important things which you must know before you commit. Have you ever thought about this?"

These new 'friends' may be online predators, one of the thousands of con-artists crawling Internet dating sites for hopeful romantics, as Griffiths said. They could have mistreated others by stealing their hearts, trust and sometimes even their money.

Griffiths adds: "And now they might be after you. There are some horrible people hiding in the shadows, looking to capitalize off your hope and trust. Believe it or not, people lie".

By considering the following facts up front, Griffiths recommends that consumers protect themselves from those dishonest characters:

    * What type of assets or debts do they have?
    * Are they married or divorced?
    * Do they have a criminal record?
    * Pending lawsuits?
    * Any kids?

Asset Search Pros can help those who need to know the truth about someone – or anyone for that matter. Since no two people or cases are alike, company staff has designed each background check investigation in such a way that it is unique to the individual in question.