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    Arrow Business Cards for Private Investigators!

    The New Sample Business Cards have been posted for all Level 3 and Level 4 IPIU union members to view.

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    Hi Julia Ann

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    Re: Hi Julia Ann

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    ?

    can the business cards from IPIU be purchased separately, at a later time, from when we send in our membership dues?

    if so...what is the approximate cost for the IPIU business cards?

    i am considering the two year membership, but that membership does not include the business cards...

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    Business Cards ????

    So how can I order some????


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    Re: ?

    Originally posted by Debra Lewis
    can the business cards from IPIU be purchased separately, at a later time, from when we send in our membership dues?

    if so...what is the approximate cost for the IPIU business cards?

    i am considering the two year membership, but that membership does not include the business cards...
    Debra,

    If you choose the Management Membership, the business cards are free. If you choose the Economy or Preferred Membership, then you can order the business cards later at a member's only discount. The cost will be posted in the Level 3 forums when the forms are printed.

    The 2-year membership is the economy option. Most PI's choose the Preferred or the Management for one-year, and then renew.
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    Re: Business Cards ????

    Originally posted by Reginald W Zephyrin
    So how can I order some????


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    You are at Level 4.

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    tech support

    thanks for your prompt response...
    i will send my COE, etc tomorrow

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    Tech Support

    Originally posted by Technical Support
    You are at Level 4.

    Click here for the discussion:
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    Thank you for the info.


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    Julia Ann,

    Goodmorning Julia Ann, I have the management membership, I think I get the PI business cards for free, but I haven't received them yet. Do you know how long will take before they are mailed out? Have a great day.

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    business cards

    i see that it is at level 3/level 4 that you can access info, as to separately buying business cards ...
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    but...
    if you get hired as a freelance PI, by an agency...
    do most agencies prefer you have your own IPIU business card?
    or do the agencies seem to prefer you use their agency card?

    just curious as to what full-fledged PI(s) have experienced...

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    Re: business cards

    Originally posted by Debra Lewis
    i see that it is at level 3/level 4 that you can access info, as to separately buying business cards ...
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    but...
    if you get hired as a freelance PI, by an agency...
    do most agencies prefer you have your own IPIU business card?
    or do the agencies seem to prefer you use their agency card?

    just curious as to what full-fledged PI(s) have experienced...
    The IPIU Business Cards are custom made and can include any agency details. If you are working for more than one agency as a private investigator, you can choose to use their's when representing their agency. Or if they prefer to have their agency name appear on your IPIU card, then that is an option.

    Most private investigators that are not agency owners carry more than one card.
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    ohhh....

    thanks for the clarification...
    i feel much better about the 2 year membership/no cards at this time...

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    business cards

    Hi Everyone, a few questions regarding the I.P.I.U. business cards.
    1.) how many business cards does one receive with the management package?
    2.) is it the same number every year?
    3.) is there a price difference if you choose black & white or color cards?
    4.) how long after you order them do you receive them?
    5.) do we choose want we want on the cards to be shown then send in the format type to I.P.I.U.?

    Thanks in Advance.

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    Mr Steve M Pappas, those are some good questions.

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    questions about business cards

    Hi Sandra, how are you? thank you for your reply regarding the cards,
    these questions need to be answered before anyone should purchase them.
    if we don't ask the right questions, we won't get the right answers.

    take care, talk to you soon.

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    Hi Julia Ann Stewart,
    I had thoughts about the P.I. business cards.And what I wanted to know,is there any other companies that are authorized to make the cards for you?For example the Police,sercurity stores, etc.Or could I simply go to any printing company after all is completed and have them designed the way I wanted them to be?

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    HI- Steve, Good questions here. Also, when can we order this business cards??
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    Informative topic about the business cards...............thanks!

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    business cards

    Hi Karen McQuilken, how are you?
    It is my understanding that you can purchase the business cards now from the Union.
    to buy them online go to...
    1.) Public Discussion Forums
    2.) Union Association News-Membership Benefits
    3.) Business Cards for Private Investigators
    4.) Online Payment options is here....... then >
    double-click on the blue hyperlink
    or call 1-800-548-1526 and ask for Department 99
    if I were you, I would call & find out info before you buy.
    take care, talk to you soon.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr Steve M Pappas
    Hi Karen McQuilken, how are you?
    It is my understanding that you can purchase the business cards now from the Union.
    to buy them online go to...
    1.) Public Discussion Forums
    2.) Union Association News-Membership Benefits
    3.) Business Cards for Private Investigators
    4.) Online Payment options is here....... then >
    double-click on the blue hyperlink
    or call 1-800-548-1526 and ask for Department 22
    if I were you, I would call & find out info before you buy.
    take care, talk to you soon.

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    Steve,

    I think you have confused the membership payment link with ordering business cards. You have listed information that Julia Ann Stewart listed for membership options.

    It is my understanding the business cards are not available yet. I will ask for further clarification to be posted here.

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    business cards

    Sorry Kanda, It was my understanding that they were ready to be purchased, maybe I was told wrong by the union.

    take care, talk to you soon.

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    I have heard that business cards will be available for order in about 10 day.
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    Update!!

    Level 2, 3 and 4 members, click here: http://www.ipiu.org/forums/forumdisp...prune=-1&f=242

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    Thank you Ms. Stewart.

    I have read and understood. I hope someone can get the chance to answer Mr. Pappas questions?
    Although I know the answer is out there I will try to find it but if someone has the upper hand then let us know too please. Thanks in advance.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr Steve M Pappas
    Sorry Kanda, It was my understanding that they were ready to be purchased, maybe I was told wrong by the union.

    take care, talk to you soon.

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    Ready for purchase as a Management Member for now. As a Preferred Member, the order form will be posted after we take care of the free orders that Management Members get with their membership. If you are a Preferred Member and wish to upgrade to a Management Level, they will prorate your Preferred Membership refund and apply it toward a full year of Management Membership of $129/year - which will extend you for another full year.

    Upgraded benefits are listed here:
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr Steve M Pappas
    Hi Everyone, a few questions regarding the I.P.I.U. business cards.
    1.) how many business cards does one receive with the management package?
    2.) is it the same number every year?
    3.) is there a price difference if you choose black & white or color cards?
    4.) how long after you order them do you receive them?
    5.) do we choose want we want on the cards to be shown then send in the format type to I.P.I.U.?

    Thanks in Advance.

    Mr Steve M Pappas
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    All of the answers are now posted in the new Business Card Forum:
    http://www.ipiu.org/forums/forumdisp...ysprune=&f=242

    Read the Instructions Topic and the Layout Topics.

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    i signed my code of ethics,,,how do i get to see the sample of the business cards

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    Quote Originally Posted by Carol J Orazem
    i signed my code of ethics,,,how do i get to see the sample of the business cards
    Carol,
    The post above from Ms. Reagan has a link to the Business Card Forum. Please click on that link this will answer your question.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Carol J Orazem
    i signed my code of ethics,,,how do i get to see the sample of the business cards
    You posted your agreement to the Code of Ethics as a Level 1-Professional Member, which is a free account.

    The announcement posted by Ms. Stewart above mentions the cards are available to all union members, which is not a free account. IPIU does not promote business cards to the public because of they are reserved only for union members (as well as other products and services).

    If you are interested in upgrading your free account to a union membership, please read the following for details:

    http://www.ipiu.org/forums/showthrea...&threadid=6542

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    I would love to make a post on the business cards however, at the moment I dont have permission to view them. Last night I was checking out the online store and saw some of the business cards 3 samples actualy they were ok I guess.

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    Got the cards today...They look great!

    I will send e-mail for Colorado phone number with Colarado program. Thanks IPIU!

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    Thanks IPIU! the cards look great...

    I can't wait to give these out. I am already preparing to order my other set.
    Thank you IPIU sometimes you are busy but overall worth the wait.
    Thanks again.
    O.A.C.V. Sr.

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    Thank you

    Great tips and information regarding business cards and membership.

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    Hi everyone!

    Here is my question regarding business cards. First of all, I won't be placing my order just yet, not until I receive my badge. This way I can have my badge number on the cards. This question may have already been asked by my fellow IPIU members, but since I can't locate the threads, I thought to ask. Forgive me for asking it again.

    In my case,

    1. Do I put my home address on the cards? (Simply because I don't have an office and not yet a licensed PI)
    2. I am currently working for a wireless phone company. My mobile plan is FREE. This is the only mobile phone I have. Would it be OK to put this phone on my cards?
    3. Regarding the website and email address, what do I use? Use www.IPIU.org. What about email address?

    Thanks,

    Toly

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