Top 8 Tips to Get the Most From Skip Tracing Services

The truth about avoiders: you are not the only one looking for them.

Avoiders have experience avoiding. To combat this, you must be prepared. Make sure you have been provided with an address, vehicle information, and family information (wife, children, significant others who share the residence), and any other information that could prove helpful.

Get Instant Access to the Most Up-to-Date Information

Skip tracers can’t afford to work with outdated records. CLEAR pulls information from five real-time sources, including:

  • Credit headers from Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian
  • Live incarceration and arrest records
  • Real-time motor vehicle data

Unlike databases that only update periodically, CLEAR generates fresh data as you search, so you can trust that the information is current and relevant.

Quickly Find the Best Contact Information

Locating someone is easier when you have the right phone number and address.With Contact View, skip tracers can instantly identify the most reliable contact details for a person.

Instead of sorting through old or disconnected numbers, Contact View shows which phone number and address the individual is currently using. This eliminates wasted time and helps you focus on the most promising leads.

View Property Details with Satellite and Street View

Not sure what type of property a person or business is linked to? CLEAR’s Satellite and Street View features give you a clear visual of the location, helping you determine if the property is:

  • Residential or commercial
  • Occupied or abandoned
  • A potential asset for repossession

This extra layer of insight makes it easier to assess the situation before taking the next step.

Accurate Data from Multiple Trusted Sources

Skip tracing requires precise information from reliable sources. CLEAR collects and updates data from a variety of records, including:

  • Social Security Numbers (SSN)
  • Phone providers and carrier data
  • Credit headers and financial records
  • Bankruptcy filings

By combining multiple data points, CLEAR provides a full picture of the person or business you’re looking for—without having to search multiple databases manually.

Track Down Hidden Vehicles with Motor Vehicle and Warranty Records

Finding a vehicle that someone is trying to hide can be a challenge. But with CLEAR’s Motor Vehicle and Warranty Records, skip tracers can access information from auto repair shops and service records.

This allows you to:

  • See where a vehicle was last serviced
  • Confirm ownership details
  •  Identify hidden assets that might not show up in standard records

Whether someone is trying to evade repossession or hide assets, these records give skip tracers an advantage.

Find Related People, Businesses, and Vehicles Instantly

When tracking someone, it’s often helpful to see their connections. With Linked Search, skip tracers can instantly pull up related entities associated with a person or business, including:

  •  Addresses and business names
  • Driver’s license and vehicle records
  • Email addresses and phone numbers

Instead of running separate searches for each piece of information, Linked Search automatically connects the dots—saving time and effort.

Get the Right Results Without the Clutter

Too much data can slow you down. CLEAR removes duplicate records, so you only see the most relevant results at the top of your list.

No matter what information you start with—whether it’s a name, phone number, social security number, or even partial data—CLEAR delivers organized, easy-to-read results that help you move forward.

Search by Phone Number for Extra Insights

Even if all you have is a phone number, you can still uncover valuable details. CLEAR allows you to:

  • Identify whether the number belongs to a residence, business, or mobile phone
  • See if the number was used to set up utilities or apply for credit Run a Linked Search to 
  • find additional details about the owner

This feature makes it easy to verify phone numbers and find new leads—especially when dealing with limited information.

Stay Ahead with Smarter Skip Tracing

Skip tracing isn’t just about searching for people—it’s about finding answers quickly and accurately. With Thomson Reuters CLEAR, you get a powerful tool that delivers real-time data, smart search features, and a clear, organized way to track down individuals, assets, and vehicles.

By using CLEAR, skip tracers can work more efficiently, locate people faster, and make more informed decisions. Whether you’re recovering assets, verifying identities, or tracking connections, CLEAR helps you stay ahead.