"There is no other qualification of this kind. It carries credibility and impresses clients." - James Stothard
"I thought the exam was fair and comprehensive. It was a little more difficult than originally expected, but I found that challenging. I did appreciate the fact that the questions generally were grouped around particular topics instead of being interspersed. I found that to be helpful. Overall, I was happy with the test." – Kenneth Barden
"The test was well thought out and extremely comprehensive in the area of asset recovery*. The CSAR exam included a great deal of content on the planning, management, techniques and legalities of an asset recovery* initiative and completely represents the knowledge base that both practitioners and advocates of this continually emerging field should expect in distinguishing themselves as certified professionals." – Aaron Kahler
"First of all, I think the exam should be very challenging, as clients, attorneys, etc. will be dependent upon the skills and abilities of the certification holders to assist them in tracking and recovering assets. I believe that the people I interacted with in Las Vegas, in general, were very well qualified in the area of financial investigations. So, the level of expertise in this area was certainly evident. As to the test itself… it certainly was challenging.” – Vince Weltz
"The exam covered both aspects of the job, meaning the private sector as a private investigator and as well as a federal agent relative on the law on how to handle investigations and the law that governs evidence along with procedures. The exam also covered all legal aspects that an attorney* would need to know and an investigator as well. Over all it was what I had expected." – Ed Rodriguez
“I feel your organization is filling a void in this much needed area of expertise. I have referred a number of individuals who have joined the organization. I believe the content for the exam, for the most part, was very good. The scenarios were practical and made you think.” – Everett “Chip” Barger
“The exam was difficult as it should be. Victims of fraud will rely on the CSAR certification to provide expert assistance in recovering assets misappropriated though fraud and the holders of the certificate should be individuals with a combination of experience and detailed knowledge of the law, investigative techniques, and legal principles so the exam should be tough. Overall, all of the folks at IAAR, especially you, who put the materials and exam together did a great job in a relatively short time period. Congratulations!” – Al Allison
