Asset-Related Enquiries
Lawful research into available property records, corporate interests and other relevant asset indicators.
What this service covers
Support asset-related enquiries through lawful research into available records and relevant asset indicators. Depending on jurisdiction and lawful basis, research may cover property records, corporate interests, directorships, shareholdings and business affiliations. Availability varies, and an enquiry may identify indicators without establishing complete ownership or current asset value.
How we conduct this check
Each step is visible to you in the client portal, from scoping to delivery.
Confirm lawful basis
We confirm the purpose and lawful basis, which shapes what research is appropriate.
Identify the subject’s interests
Corporate interests, directorships and shareholdings are identified as a starting point.
Search available records
Property and other asset records are searched where accessible in the jurisdiction.
Assess indicators
Findings are assessed as indicators, with ownership and currency of records noted.
Report limitations clearly
The report states what records show, what they do not, and what further steps may be lawful.
Our methodology
Asset-related enquiries rely on what is lawfully accessible. In many jurisdictions property and corporate records provide useful indicators, but they rarely establish complete ownership or current value.
We therefore report findings as indicators with their source and date, and explain the limits of each record so they can be used appropriately, for example by legal advisers.
How we help you conduct the check
Lawful, scoped research
We work within the lawful basis you have, and say so when a check is not appropriate.
Clear indicators
Each asset indicator is reported with its source, date and limitations.
Support for advisers
Reports are structured for use alongside legal or recovery advice.
International interests
Corporate interests are traced across jurisdictions where records allow.
Frequently asked questions
Can you find all of a person’s assets?
No research can guarantee that. We identify indicators from accessible records and explain the limits, rather than presenting a complete picture that records cannot support.
Do you access bank accounts?
No. Bank account information is confidential and is not obtained by Octopus.
Who uses asset enquiries?
Typically law firms, creditors and investors, as preliminary research alongside legal advice.
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Start a asset-related enquiries enquiry
Share the subject, jurisdiction and what you need to establish. We will confirm scope, sources, timing and price.