Before sharing a sensitive concern, you deserve to understand how an investigation is scoped, what information is appropriate to provide, how reporting works, and what we cannot promise. Spyglass Investigations is a Florida-licensed agency based in Naples, serving clients across Florida based on the matter and agreed scope.
Tell us the decision or concern you want to clarify. We discuss whether an investigation is appropriate, the general location and timeline, and any relevant limits on lawful access. You do not need to send financial account numbers, identification images or passwords to make an initial inquiry.
2. Written scope and pricing.
Where the matter is appropriate for us to accept, we define the research questions, relevant sources, geographic coverage, anticipated work and fee arrangement before engagement. Complex or fieldwork-intensive matters may require a staged scope.
3. Lawful investigation.
Investigators gather information using available lawful sources and methods appropriate to the engagement. We look for corroboration, assess the reliability of records and keep identity matches distinct from assumptions.
4. Organized findings.
Depending on the assignment, you may receive a written summary of findings, source references and limitations. Our report is intended to help inform a decision, not guarantee an outcome in court, a transaction or a recovery process.
Illustrative investigative report format
The outline below is a blank educational example, not a redacted client report, a real investigation or evidence that any particular case was performed. It shows the kinds of sections that may be appropriate for a documented assignment.
Illustrative template only · No client or case data
Investigation objective
Clearly defined question, decision to be supported and approved scope.
Identity and case references
Subject identifiers supplied or independently corroborated, with ambiguous matches flagged.
Sources and methodology
Lawfully accessible public records and other appropriate sources, with dates and limitations.
Documented findings
Verified facts, conflicts or inconsistencies, and references supporting each material conclusion.
Open questions and exclusions
Unconfirmed issues, inaccessible records, assumptions avoided, and recommended independent checks.
Deliverables
Research summary and materials agreed in the engagement scope, if applicable.
Actual deliverables vary with the type of investigation and what information is legally available. We do not post confidential client reports publicly.
What can a private investigator legally access?
Investigation work is subject to Florida law, privacy rules and applicable restrictions on particular records. Hiring a private investigator does not provide permission to access private bank accounts, protected communications or restricted records without lawful authority. We explain potential gaps before a client relies on an answer.
How much does an investigation cost?
Fees depend on the questions asked, research depth, available records, geographic coverage and whether fieldwork is required. Rather than publishing a misleading universal price, we provide a written scope and quote for the proposed work before you decide whether to proceed.
Start with the question you need answered—not a full case file. A member of our team can discuss the appropriate next step and whether the matter fits our services.