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How quickly does a company answer their emails? Do they have a professional email address and

website? Check the company’s roster to assess the size of

the company. Perform basic online searches to determine if any

negative feedback exists on social media networks. Go to Google street view map to assess whether the

company location is appropriate for its purpose

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