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Estimates put the amount of money laundering internationally between $590 billion and 1.5 trillion US dollars, more than the GDP of most countries. As always, banks and other financial institutions are key targets. However, to an increasing extent, criminal elements and terrorism financers who seek to hide assets and disguise the source of funds are using corporations to channel their dirty money.  That means that real estate agents, lawyers and legal professionals, precious metals dealers, casinos, and other businesses and professions are potential marks for money launderers. As laws and regulations change to head off this developing threat, the responsibility for both preventing money laundering before it happens, and fully investigating suspicious activity, falls on the individual businesses and institutions.

Fortress Global Investigations' team of forensic experts is unmatched in uncovering, tracking and documenting complex money laundering schemes. Our clients include large banks and corporations as well as smaller businesses and firms.  Our global capabilities represent unparalleled reach in tracking the flow of funds anywhere in the world. Our investigators, former members of the FBI, DEA and INTERPOL, will identify suspicious activity, trace and document the transaction history, and work with local, federal and international agencies to find and stop the flow of dirty money.

Just as important as ridding your business of dirty money, is making sure it doesn't get there in the first place. Fortress Global Investigations makes extensive analysis of our client's existing procedures and controls, and will work with you to develop programs that stop money laundering before it starts. Our due diligence and “Know Your Customer” programs are second-to-none, and will ensure your company is protected from being used by criminals and terrorists to funnel illegal funds.