What it is, where it comes from, and how to find what's yours — written by the people who file these claims every day.
Before you hire anyone, here's the exact step-by-step you can run yourself in about an hour. State databases, federal sources, and what to do when paperwork is impossible.
The legal definition is broader than most people think. Here are the 14 categories we see most often, with examples.
When employers wind down or merge, retirement balances often end up with the state. Here's how to check.
Why beneficiary funds slip through probate and how to find them years — sometimes decades — after the fact.
When a foreclosed home sells for more than the debt owed, the difference is yours by law. Most owners never know.
You've changed jobs more than three times. You moved across state lines. You inherited from a relative. Here's the rest of the list.
Real client stories, plain-language explanations of state law changes, and the kinds of unclaimed property we see most. No spam, no upsells.