MISSING MONEY is waiting for YOU?

One person found a $50,000 insurance check waiting for them!

Author

Todd Ballenger
November 02, 2023

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“There is over $50 Billion in money trying to find it’s way home to you.”

A USA Today Article

a SMART MONEY CONCEPT
What is Missing Money?

There are so many ways you may be missing money. Missed opportunities are a big one, but there is literally missing money you can find right now!

There is over $50 Billion
in unclaimed money in the US.

​MissingMoney.com - start here, as this website aggregates all the state unclaimed money websites. ​

Did you know? - If you are paid a refund it will be returned to the state in which the company is located.

You could have money in California held in your name because someone inputted the wrong address, spelled your name wrong, or sent you a check after you moved to a new location. ​ 

What's your story? One of our members had a friend who found a $250,000 insurance policy that was left to them, and another found $50,000 from an estate settlement they knew nothing about.

Additional Places to Search!

 1.  State Treasury Websites: Each state has an unclaimed property program. A quick search can reveal if you have any unclaimed money through NAUPA.

2.  Federal Deposits: Ever had a tax refund that never showed up? The IRS might be your unintentional savings account. IRS – Where's My Refund?:   Missing government refunds, overpayments, and more.

3.  Old Bank Accounts:   Banks are not treasure keepers. Money in inactive accounts is turned over to the state. Claim it before it becomes part of a pirate's loot! Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Unclaimed Funds - Missing bank funds, fees, and returned checks

4.  Stocks and Dividends: Lost track of an old stock or dividend? Financial institutions are obligated to hand over inactive assets to the state. National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators 

TIPS TO AVOID SCAMS:

  • You should never pay a company a fee to help you claim unclaimed property.

  • You can always file a claim yourself for free

  • Never give out your personal information, such as your Social Security number or bank account number, to someone who claims to be from the government or a company that helps people find and claim unclaimed property.

  • If you are unsure whether a company is legitimate, you can contact the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) for more information.

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