Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Oversight or Employee Theft Insurance
According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, Businesses lose an estimated $50 billion annually from employee theft. This government...
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IPSEN DUE DILIGENCE
Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Financial Fraud Investigation
Litigation Support
Due Diligence, Audit, Oversight
and Investigation
Real Estate and Project - Due Diligence
Missing Funds at Religious Nonprofits
Syndication & REIT Fraud
Construction Office & Vendor Fraud
Investigating
Suspicions of:
Money Laundering
Embezzlement
Contractor Fraud
Vendor Fraud
Commingling
Wire Fraud/Ponzi
Misappropriation
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Oct 41 min read
After a Disaster
Property owners and others especially those residing in areas affected by Hurricane Helene are encouraged to remain cautious and vigilant...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Oct 11 min read
Office Manager of 14 Years Faces Charges
Lisa Tormaschy, 51, of Dickinson, ND faces a Class A felony charge, according to court documents, for allegedly siphoning funds from the...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Sep 262 min read
Money Laundering Challenges for Construction
High-value projects and complex financial transactions associated with the construction industry have become particularly vulnerable to...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Sep 241 min read
Proven Processes to Reduce Subcontractor Fraud
When it comes to subcontractor fraud, adhering to the following processes will have a demonstrative impact on those seeking to gain an...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Sep 242 min read
Combating Construction Fraud
Kroll offers a “Contractor’s Guide to Combating Construction Fraud” which drives home the importance of Fraud Prevention for construction...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Sep 141 min read
Fraud Schemes Affecting Construction Companies
While there are many types of employee fraud schemes, the most common types affecting construction companies include the following: ...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Sep 62 min read
Not Just Homeowners: Construction Fraud is Real
Construction fraud is real! Not only have homeowners become victims, but established construction companies as well. While we need to...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Aug 191 min read
Preventing Construction Fraud at the Pump
When it comes to your company’s fuel card, misuse and fraudulent activities can occur, especially when your company's vehicles are away...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Jul 82 min read
The "Right to Audit" Clause for Construction
It’s surprising to find that developers to include project owners exist who either don’t know or don’t understand what the “Right to...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Mar 132 min read
The Need for Oversight
Just as important as the due diligence process whether investing in real estate, construction or your own business, the importance of...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Dec 16, 20232 min read
What's Your Fraud Tolerance?
Real life example after example has proven that fraud is prevalent in both real estate and construction. In fact, the ACFE reported in...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Dec 7, 20231 min read
Red Flags that Signal Construction Fraud Could be Happening to You
The following red flags are indicators that fraudulent activity may possibly exist within your company. While they are not absolute...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Dec 4, 20231 min read
Fixed Fee for Companies in Need of Oversight
Companies in need of oversight can retain the services from Ipsen Due Diligence on a fixed fee basis. This means that we will visit your...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Oct 30, 20232 min read
Construction Fraud and Social Engineering
Three ideas come to mind when discussing vendor fraud in construction. Theft of course, false applications for payment and the changing...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Oct 23, 20231 min read
How to Combat Material Fraud on the Jobsite
A common form of construction fraud is through the substitution, removal or even the exaggeration of the amount of materials being used...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Oct 4, 20231 min read
3-Day Audit to Look for Vendor Fraud
Looking for fictitious vendors but don't feel the need for a traditional and week(s) long audit? Jerry of Ipsen Due Diligence offers a...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Mar 22, 20231 min read
Taking on False Representations
The term "False Representation" has been described best as the catch-all category of contractor or construction fraud. While it can be...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Mar 10, 20231 min read
The CFE Does More Than Just Find Fraud
The Certified Fraud Examiner can be your business partner especially when it comes to trial preparation, testimony, fraud prevention,...
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Jerry Ipsen, CFE, MBA
Mar 3, 20231 min read
Fraud in Construction is Preventable and Manageable
In construction, fraud is as prevalent on the jobsite as it is from one's own employees, vendors, real and fake, and from material...
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