What you need to know before contacting any ghost group or ghost hunter

Over the last decade there have been countless ghost groups who have popped up and even more "ghost hunters" who are interested in visiting places that are haunted. Anyone can call themselves "ghost hunters" or "paranormal investigators" but because that title is shared by many who are professional and credible, not everyone is.
Some people are looking for a cheap thrill and a good time with their friends. Some are looking to get scared.

Because we all are in the same proverbial "boat" what one person does affects the others who follow behind. This means if they foolishly make a scene at a local haunted business that's known to have ghosts then the owner is probably going to turn down any other investigator who legitimately wants to investigate that place later on. This could be a huge missed opportunity. However the same can be said if they conduct themselves professionally then the owner of the property might think that all ghost hunters are the same.

People who have legit concerns often have no where to turn and seek out these investigators with no clue or idea what they maybe getting themselves into. They are trusting these individuals to come into their homes or businesses to "do their thing".

The problem is, how can you trust them? How can you trust that someone in their group isn't going to steal something when the lights go dark? Statistically, most robberies are done by people who've been in your home or office at least once before. This should be alarming news and should be a wakeup call not to be afraid of "ghost hunters" but to serve as a standard in which all others are measured.
Actions speak louder than words. People can say all the right things that you want to hear and can even make the most professional looking website. That doesn't make them legit, trust worthy, or credible.

Actions do.

What they have done, who they have helped, what purpose does their group serve and do they show an interest in helping you even after the investigation? Do your homework... take some time out and research that group that you want to contact.
Have they been around a long time or just appeared out of no where? Visit this website called Archive.org and read old web pages that they used to have to see if they truly have been around.

You'll be amazed at how much information you can find about a group by just visiting Google.com and typing that groups name in the search bar. You'll probably find comments, blogs, praise or complaints from someone about them and this could mean saving you a lot of time and headaches.

Once you're comfortable with your research, contact them and tell them what's bothering you and see if they are anxious to beat down your door to investigate or if they are patient with you and want to answer your questions. Yes, we all are in the same business of investigating paranormal activity and we're all hoping to see or experience what you've been experiencing but are they going to make you feel used and abused or are they legitimately concerned with helping you overcome your anxieties?

Remember, sometimes the loudest words are the ones that never need to be spoken.

Steven Wolff
Founder, The Ghost Education & Research Center