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Self Study
  • Author: Curtis Whitfill
  • Level: Basic
  • Study time: 1 hours

Property Theft Claims Investigation 

Learn how to identify red flags and investigate suspicious property theft claims with confidence. This course equips adjusters and SIU professionals with practical tools for verifying ownership, analyzing documentation, and conducting scene investigations. Strengthen your investigative skills and make more informed, defensible decisions on complex claims.
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  • Video time: 1 hours
  • Exams: 10 Questions

What You’ll Learn?

  • Recognize common red flags associated with questionable property theft claims
  • Interview policyholders to uncover inconsistencies
  • Examine submitted documents like receipts and appraisals for authenticity
  • Use photo metadata and reverse image tools to verify ownership claims
  • Conduct effective scene investigations and neighborhood canvasses
  • Evaluate the overall integrity of the claim using gathered evidence

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Course Lessons

Meet the instructor

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Curtis Whitfill

VP SIU Anti-Fraud Compliance & CE Programs

Curtis Whitfill, a seasoned expert in insurance fraud investigation, holds a graduate degree in Leadership and a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice. Joining VRC in 2019, he has extensive experience from USAA, Avis Budget Group, and Unified Investigations, focusing on SIU and claims management.
With a law enforcement background in major crimes investigation at the Texas DOI, Curtis has received awards from the FBI and US Attorneys' office. He holds multiple certifications, including CIFI and CFE, and is a licensed Texas Adjuster and CE Instructor.

A dedicated speaker and educator, Curtis has authored over 30 CE-approved courses, reaching over 30,000 claims professionals, and is committed to combating insurance fraud through impactful presentations at industry conferences and webinars.

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