Apply as Expert

Share your knowledge with Charleston dinner guests

Expert Application

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Annual Member & Verification Fee

Guestaurant™ is a curated, trust-based community. All members pay an annual fee that covers platform access and a comprehensive background check through our partner, Checkr — ensuring a safe, vetted environment for everyone.

Expert Annual Membership

Annual Fee:

$59.95 / year

Your membership fee covers full platform access and your background verification through Checkr. Paid securely via Stripe to In Place Impact, LLC.

Annual renewal

Membership and verified status renewed each year

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Industry-standard background check

What Happens Next

Submit Your Application

Complete all required information and upload necessary documents

Initial Review (24-48 hours)

Our team reviews your application and documentation for completeness

Pay Annual Membership Fee

Complete your $59.95/year Member & Verification Fee payment via Stripe. This covers your platform access and background check.

Verification Process (3-5 days)

Checkr performs comprehensive background verification including criminal records, sex offender registry, and identity verification

Get Verified & Start Sharing!

Upon approval, you'll receive your verified badge and full access to the platform

What We Check

• National criminal database search
• County criminal records (7 years)
• Sex offender registry check
• Identity verification
• SSN trace and validation

Questions About Background Checks?

We're here to help! Contact our support team if you have any questions about the verification process.

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