VS Discovery for Small Business

Smarter Hiring. Safer Partnerships. Stronger Businesses.

Background reports designed for small businesses give you the facts you need to make confident hiring and partnership decisions — without the cost of a big corporate compliance service.

Why Small Businesses Need Background Reports

  • Hiring Employees → Ensure candidates are who they say they are, verify work history, and check for red flags (criminal, financial, or fraud).
  • Screening Contractors → Avoid risks by confirming licenses, insurance, and past lawsuits.
  • Vetting Business Partners → Protect your investment by checking corporate filings, lawsuits, liens, and financial history.
  • Customer & Vendor Due Diligence → Reduce exposure to fraud, scams, or unreliable vendors.


👉 For small businesses, one bad hire or bad deal can cost thousands. Our reports give you peace of mind before you commit.

What’s in a Business-Focused Background Report?

Each report is organized so you can quickly see the red flags and highlights relevant to your business decisions.

Basic Background

Identity, aliases, addresses, relatives, civil court headlines. National, federal coverage and all 50 states.

Comprehensive Background & Legal

Full criminal and civil history, property ownership, marriage/divorce records, business affiliations, professional licenses.

Deep-Dive Investigative Report:

Federal and state criminal records, civil filings, assets (property, vehicles, boats, businesses), tax liens, UCC filings, media mentions, and global watchlists.

Designed for Small Business Needs

âś… Affordable Pricing: Reports start at $79 — scalable as your needs grow.

âś… Fast Results: Quick checks within an hour, deep dives in 1-2 business days.

âś… Flexible Use: Hire checks, contractor due diligence, partner vetting, or vendor reliability.

âś… Court-Ready if Needed: Our documentation is professional and can stand up in disputes or litigation.

How We Help

Background reports can save you money, prevent loss, lower risk, and give you peace of mind your business is in the right hands.

  • Is it legal for my small business to run background checks on potential employees?

    Yes — but with important rules. Employers are legally allowed to run background checks on job candidates, as long as they obtain written consent first. Additionally, if you take adverse action (like not hiring someone) based on the report, you must follow Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) guidelines, including notifying the candidate.


    Example: A boutique shop owner asks a candidate to sign a consent form before ordering a background check. The report shows a disqualifying criminal record. By providing proper notice, the owner avoids liability while protecting the business from risk.

  • Can I use background reports to make better hiring decisions?

    Yes — background reports help small businesses verify candidate identity, employment history, licenses, and any criminal or financial red flags before making a hire. This prevents costly mistakes that can lead to theft, liability, or reputational damage.


    Example: A retail shop considers hiring a new manager. A background report reveals undisclosed theft convictions from a prior job — saving the business from potential loss and future HR headaches.

  • How do background checks help with contractors and vendors?

    Our reports confirm professional licenses, insurance, lawsuits, liens, or bankruptcies tied to contractors or vendors. This ensures you’re working with reliable partners and helps protect your company from fraud or project failure.


    Example: A home renovation company vets a subcontractor. The report shows multiple civil suits for incomplete work — helping the owner avoid a bad partnership and potential customer complaints.

  • Can I check out potential business partners or investors before committing?

    Absolutely. Reports can uncover bankruptcies, failed LLCs, lawsuits, tax liens, or even global watchlist hits. This helps you avoid entanglements with risky or fraudulent individuals.


    Example: A small tech firm researches a potential investor. The report uncovers several past business failures and heavy debt — allowing the firm to walk away before committing to a bad deal.

Why VS Discovery

  • Founded by intelligence professionals with 40+ years combined in the U.S. intelligence community.
  • Powerful data systems + human expertise = actionable intelligence you can trust.
  • Tailored to independent businesses — no high-cost contracts, just pay for the reports you need.