How to Start The Search

WHAT ARE UNCLAIMEDASSETS AND HOW TO

FIND IF YOU HAVE ANY?

Unclaimed Assets are money orother another asset that’s gonedormant and ultimately deemedabandoned by its owner. Forinstance, a relative may die withouthaving told you about a lifeinsurance policy that lists you as thebeneficiary. If the payout of thatpolicy goes unclaimed for longenough, the insurer will turn thatmoney over to the state where theinsured resided.(Learn more aboutfinding the life insurance policy of adeceased person.)

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Common Types of Unclaimed Assets Include:

checking accountssavings accountsindividual retirement accountstax refundsstocks or dividendsuncashed paychecksunredeemed money ordersutility company depositstraveler’s checkstrust distributionssafety deposit box contentslife insurance policies

Most states have a designatedwebsite, usually run by theirtreasurer, comptroller or revenuedepartment, where you can searchfor missing property. A few of themdirect people to hunt down lostfunds on MissingMoney.com, anonline database endorsed by theNational Association of UnclaimedProperty Administrators.

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How to Find Unclaimed Assets

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How to File a Claim

If you find missing money in your name on one of these

websites, you’ll need to initiate a formal claim. Some states

let you do this electronically, but most still require you to

mail a completed claim form, along with required

documentation, to their unclaimed money division.

The required documentation varies by the type of

property you’re reclaiming. In most instances, you’ll need

to provide a copy of photo identification, like a driver’s

license, and a copy of your Social Security number. You

may need to provide proof of address or proof of

ownership. For instance, let’s say the missing money is a

utility company security deposit. You might have to

produce an old bill.

It’s important to go through the proper channels when

tracking down and reclaiming lost funds. Scammers have

been known to pose as government agencies in order to

pilfer personal information or charge fees for finding

unclaimed property. Scroll down to learn how to find

unclaimed money in your state.

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Alabama

Website: Alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com

Claim method: You can initiate a claim online, but youneed to mail the requested documentation to the Officeof the State Treasurer, Unclaimed Property Division, P.O.Box 302520, Montgomery, AL 36130-2520. You can alsodeliver your claim in-person.Claim documentation: A signed claim form, a copy ofphoto identification and a Social Security number, at aminimum. You’ll receive an email after filing your claimonline that details what information Alabama will need torelease the property.

Processing time: 6 to 8 weeks, on average.

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Alaska

Website: https://treasury.dor.alaska.gov/Unclaimed-Property.aspx

Claim method: The state encourages residents tosearch for and initiate claims through MissingMoney.com.You will receive an email afterward that outlines the nextsteps you have to take to reclaim your property.

.Claim documentation: Varies by claim

Processing time: Several months with stock claimspotentially taking longer

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ArizonaWebsite: https://azdor.gov/unclaimed-property/

Claim method: You must print out and mail your claimform and required documentation to the ArizonaDepartment of Revenue, Unclaimed Property Unit, P.O.Box 29026, Phoenix, AZ 85038-9026.

.Claim documentation: A completed claim form, a copyof photo identification, proof of your Social Securitynumber, proof of address, which can include autoregistration, a college transcript, old driver’s license, stateincome tax return or divorce decree.

Processing time: 90 days; if you’re reclaiming stocks ormutual fund shares, it could take 120 days.

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Arkansas

Website: https://auditor.ar.gov/

Claim method: You can search for and initiate a claimonline. You’ll receive instructions on how to proceed upondoing so..Claim documentation: Varies by claim

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CaliforniaWebsite: https://sco.ca.gov/upd_msg.html

Claim method: You can file some claims electronically,but if your claim applies to property over $5,000, for morethan one owner or is otherwise complex, you’ll need tomail a claim form and the appropriate documentation tothe California State Controller’s Office Unclaimed PropertyDivision at P.O. Box 942850 Sacramento, CA 94250-5873..Claim documentation: Completed claim form(notarized if the property is worth $1,000 or more), copyof your driver’s license or state-issued photoidentification, proof of your Social Security Number, proofof address and, in the absence of an address, proof thatthe property belongs to you. For instance, if theunclaimed funds are from a bank account, you couldprovide an old statement.

Processing time: State law gives California up to 180days from when you submit a completed claim, but cashonly claims are sometimes processed in 30 to 60 days.

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Colorado

Website: colorado.findyourunclaimedproperty.com

Claim method: You can initiate and upload claimdocumentation online or you can mail the forms to TheGreat Colorado Payback Office, 1580 Logan St., Ste. 500,Denver, CO 80203.

.Claim documentation: A signed and notarized claimform, your current driver’s license, proof of your SocialSecurity number, proof of address and, if necessary, proofof ownership.

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Connecticut

Website: https://portal.ct.gov/OTT/Unclaimed-Property/Overview

Claim method: You initiate the process by downloadinga claim form online, at which point, the unclaimedproperty is removed from the state directory for one year.You must mail those forms, plus required documentation,to the state’s Office of the State Treasurer, UnclaimedProperty Division, P.O. Box 5065, Hartford, CT 06102.

.Claim documentation: The claim form, along with anotarized signature, a copy of photo identification, likeyour driver’s license, a copy of your Social Securitynumber and proof of ownership.

Processing time: Around 90 days

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Delaware

Website: Unclaimedproperty.delaware.gov

Claim method: You can initiate and file many claimsonline. You can alternately mail documentation to: Stateof Delaware, Unclaimed Property Office, P.O. Box 8140,Wilmington, DE 19803-8140

.Claim documentation: At a minimum, you must send acompleted, signed and notarized claim form, a copy ofphoto identification and proof that you lived at theaddress associated with the claim.

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Florida

Website: FLTreasureHunt.gov

Claim method: You can initiate your claim online, butmust mail your forms and required documentation to:Florida Department of Financial Services, Division ofUnclaimed Property, Post Office Box 8599, Tallahassee, FL32314-8599.Claim documentation:At a minimum, you’ll need the completed claim, a copy ofyour current photo identification and proof of ownership.

Processing time: Up to 90 days from the date yourcompleted claim is received

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Georgia

Website: https://dor.georgia.gov/unclaimed-property-program

Claim method: You can search for and initiate a claimonline. You’ll receive instructions on how to proceed afteryou do so..Claim documentation: A completed and notarizedclaim form, a copy of your Social Security card, photoidentification, and proof of address or proof of ownership.

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Hawaii

Website:https://budget.hawaii.gov/finance/unclaimedproperty/

Claim method: You must print out claim forms andsend them, along with the required documentation to:State of Hawaii, Unclaimed Property Program, P.O. Box150 Honolulu, HI 96810..Claim documentation: A signed claim form withnotarization required of property valued at $50 or more,current state or federal photo identification and proof ofownership.

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Idaho

Website: yourmoney.Idaho.gov

Claim method: You can initiate a claim online, afterwhich you’ll receive a claim form with an ID number thatcan be used to upload documentation on the website..Claim documentation: Varies by claim

Processing time: Up to 90 days of receipt of the fullclaim

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Illinois

Website: https://icash.illinoistreasurer.gov/

Claim method: You can initiate your claim online andmail documentation to: Office of the Illinois StateTreasurer, Unclaimed Property Division, P.O. Box 19495,Springfield, IL 62794-9495

.Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completed andsigned claim form, a copy of your photo identification andSocial Security number.

Processing time: Up to 12 weeks from receipt of yourclaim package

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Indiana

Website: indianaunclaimed.gov

Claim method: You can initiate and submitdocumentation for a claim online. You can also mail yourdocumentation to: Office of the Indiana Attorney General,Unclaimed Property Division, P.O. Box 2504, Greenwood,IN 46142.Claim documentation: At a minimum, a signed andcompleted claim form and current photo identification.You’ll receive an email upon initiating your claim thatspecifies what your claim requires.

Processing time: Up to 90 days of receipt of the claim

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Iowa

Website: GreatIowaTreasureHunt.gov

Claim method: You can initiate and upload yourdocumentation online. You can also mail documentationto: Great Iowa Treasure Hunt, Lucas State Office Building,321 E 12 th St., 1st Floor, Des Moines, IA 50319.Claim documentation: At a minimum, you’ll need acompleted and signed claim form, a copy of photoidentification and your Social Security number. The emailyou receive with your claim forms will outline what specificdocumentation is required.

Processing time: Four to six weeks of receiving your fullclam package

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Kansas

Website: https://kansascash.ks.gov/

Claim method: You can search for and initiate a claimonline. You’ll receive instructions on how to proceed upondoing so. You can also call the state with questions at785-296-4165..Claim documentation: Varies by claim

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Kentucky

Website: https://treasury.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx

Claim method: You must print the claim form viaMissMoney.com, complete and mail it, along with therequired documentation to: Kentucky State Treasury,Unclaimed Property Division, 1050 U.S. Highway 127South, Suite 100, Frankfort, KY 40601

.Claim documentation: Varies by claim, but can includeproof of residence or proof of ownership

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Louisiana

Website: https://www.treasury.la.gov/

Claim method: You can initiate a claim online, butdocumentation must be mailed to the state at P.O. Box91010, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9010..Claim documentation: At a minimum, you’ll need asigned and notarized claim form, a copy of your driver’slicense or other picture identification, Social Securitynumber and proof of address (current or previous).

Processing time: Up to 90 days

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Maine

Website: Maineunclaimedproperty.gov

Claim method: In some cases, you can initiate and submita claim online. However, you may need to mail a signedclaims form and documentation to the state at the Office ofthe State Treasurer, Attn: Unclaimed Property 39 StateHouse Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0039.

Claim documentation: At a minimum, you’ll need acompleted claim form, a copy of photo identification andproof of address. Specifics are provided in the email youreceive upon initiating your claim.

Processing time: Most claims are processed within a fewweeks of receipt, but estate or stock claims can take longer.

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Maryland

Website: https://www.marylandtaxes.gov/

Claim method: You can search for unclaimed propertyon the Comptroller’s website or throughMissingMoney.com. If your search is successful, you candownload a claim form from the state. Complete and mailit, along with supporting documentation, to Comptrollerof Maryland, Unclaimed Property Unit, 301 West PrestonStreet, Room 310, Baltimore, MD 21201-2385

.Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completedclaim form, two forms of identification (one must includeyour Social Security number) and proof of ownership.

Processing time: Six to eight weeks, once your claim hasbeen received

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Massachusetts

Website: FindMassMoney.com

Claim method: You can initiate a claim and submitdocumentation online. You can also mail yourdocumentation to: Office of the State Treasurer,Unclaimed Property Division, One Ashburton Place, 12thFloor, Boston, MA 02108...Claim documentation: At a minimum, your completedclaim form, plus proof of address and proof of SocialSecurity number. The claim form you receive via email willoutline what documentation you must submit.

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Michigan

Website: Unclaimedproperty.Michigan.gov

Claim method: You can initiate a claim and uploaddocumentation online. You can also mail documentationto: Unclaimed Property, Michigan Department ofTreasury, P.O. Box 30756, Lansing, MI 48909..Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completed andsigned claim form, a copy of photo identification andproof of your Social Security number. The email youreceive upon initiating a claim will outline specificdocumentation.

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Minnesota

Website: https://mn.gov/commerce/consumers/your-money/find-missing-money/

Claim method: You can search for missing money andinitiate a claim online, but, ultimately, you’ll need to mailthe claim form and necessary documentation to theMinnesota Commerce Department at 85 7th Place East,Suite 500 St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2198..Claim documentation: Completed, signed andnotarized claim form, plus proof of ownership, whereapplicable

Processing time: Minnesota’s Commerce Departmentdirects residents to call 651-539-1545 if 90 days haveelapsed and they haven’t heard about their claim.

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Mississippi

Website: https://treasury.ms.gov/for-citizens/unclaimed-property/

Claim method: You can print claim forms from thewebsite and send them, along with any requireddocumentation, to: Office of the State Treasurer,Unclaimed Property Division, P.O. Box 138, Jackson,Mississippi 39205.Claim documentation: A completed, signed andnotarized claim form, a copy of photo identification, acopy of your Social Security number and, when applicable,proof of ownership

Processing time: Four to six weeks after documentationis received

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Missouri

Website: https://treasurer.mo.gov/UnclaimedProperty/

Claim method: Many residents can file a paperlessclaim on the website, but you can alternately write theTreasurer’s office and request claim forms. The address isOffice of the Missouri State Treasurer, UnclaimedProperty, P.O. Box 1004, Jefferson City, MO 65102.

.Claim documentation: Varies by claim. The state will letyou know what specific documentation is required whenyou initiate your claim.

Processing time: ASAP

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Montana

Website: https://mtrevenue.gov/

Claim method: You can initiate and file claims online,though some residents might have to mail in requireddocumentation..Claim documentation: Varies by claim; the online portalwill let you know what documentation is required whenyou initiate a claim.

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Nebraska

Website: https://nebraskalostcash.nebraska.gov/

Claim method: You must print out and mail a completedclaim form to: Unclaimed Property Division, 809 P Street,Lincoln, NE 68508..Claim documentation: A completed, signed andnotarized claim form, a copy of your driver’s license, proofof your Social Security number, list of your formeraddresses over the last 10 years

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Nevada

Website:http://www.nevadatreasurer.gov/Unclaimed_Property/UP_Home/

Claim method: You can search for and initiate a claimonline. You’ll receive instructions on how to proceed if youdo so..Claim documentation: Varies by claim

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New Hampshire

Website:https://newhampshire.findyourunclaimedproperty.com/

Claim method: New Hampshire encourages itsresidents to search for and initiate claims throughMissingMoney.com..Claim documentation: Varies by claim; You’ll receivepacket after initiating a claim through MissingMoney.comoutlining what documents you need to send to the state.

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New Jersey

Website: unclaimedproperty.nj.gov

Claim method: New Jersey encourages residents tosearch for and initiate claims through MissingMoney.com..Claim documentation: Varies by claim; You’ll receivepacket after initiating a claim through MissingMoney.comoutlining what documents you need to send to the state.

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New Mexico

Website:https://www.tax.newmexico.gov/individuals/what-is-unclaimed-property/search-unclaimed-property/

Claim method: New Mexico encourages residents tosearch for and initiate claims through MissingMoney.com.Once you initiate a claim, you will receive specifics on tofile one.

.Claim documentation: A signed and notarized claimform, a copy of your photo identification, a copy of yourSocial Security number, proof of address or proof ofownership.

Processing time: Up to 120 days

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New York

Website: https://www.osc.state.ny.us/unclaimed-funds?redirect=legacy

Claim method: You can initiate and submit claimsonline. You can also generate a claim form online andmail it, along with required documentation to: Office ofthe State Comptroller, Office of Unclaimed Funds, 110State Street, Albany, NY 12236.

.Claim documentation: A completed claim form, proofof address and proof of ownership

Processing time: Online claims are processed within twoweeks; If you mail in claim forms, you’ll receive a letterconfirming your claim within 30 days. After that, it cantake an additional four to six weeks to process. Complexclaims may take longer.

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North Carolina

Website: https://www.nccash.com/

Claim method: You can initiate a claim online, but youmust ultimately mail the forms and requireddocumentation to Unclaimed Property Division, P.O. Box20431, Raleigh, NC 27619-0431.

.Claim documentation: A completed claim form, proofof Social Security number or proof of address to establishproof of ownership.

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North Dakota

Website: www.land.nd.gov/Unclaimedproperty/

Claim method: The state is in the process of updating itsunclaimed property website. Once it’s live, you should beable to search and submit claims online..Claim documentation: Varies by claim

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Ohio

Website: https://www.com.ohio.gov/unfd/

Claim method: You can initiate a claim online, but you’llultimately have to mail the form and requireddocumentation to Ohio Division of Unclaimed Funds, 77S. High Street, 20th Floor Columbus, OH, 43215-6108..Claim documentation: A completed claim form(notarized, if the unclaimed property is valued at $1,000or more), a copy of your photo identification, a copyverifying your Social Security number, a completed andsigned W-9 form and proof of address. If moredocumentation is necessary, the state will request it afteryou submit the claim.

Processing time: Up to 120 days

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Oklahoma

Website: OKTreasure.com

Claim method: You can initiate a claim online, butultimately must send your claim form and requireddocumentation to Oklahoma State Treasurer, UnclaimedProperty Division, 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Room 217,Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

.Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completedclaim form, a copy of your photo identification and a copyof your Social Security number. The state might requestadditional proof of ownership.

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Oregon

Website: https://unclaimed.oregon.gov/

Claim method: Once you initiate claim online, the statewill generate a custom form to you. You’ll ultimately haveto mail this claim form, along with requireddocumentation, to Unclaimed Property Section,Department of State Lands, 775 Summer St. NE #100,Salem, OR, 97301-1279..Claim documentation: A completed claim form, a copyof your photo identification, proof of your Social Securitynumber and proof of address.

Processing time: Up to 120 days

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Pennsylvania

Website: https://www.patreasury.gov/

Claim method: You can initiate your claim online, butyou must mail your claim forms to Bureau of UnclaimedProperty: P.O. Box 1837 Harrisburg, PA 17105-1837.

.Claim documentation: Varies by claim; the state willoutline what documentation is required once you initiateclaim.

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Rhode Island

Website: FindRIMoney.com

Claim method: You can initiate and submit your claimonline. You can alternately mail your forms and requireddocumentation to Rhode Island Unclaimed PropertyDivision, P.O. Box 1435 Providence, RI 02901-1435.

.Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completedclaim form, a copy of your photo identification and proofof your Social Security number.

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South Carolina

Website: SouthCarolina.findyourunclaimedproperty.com

Claim method: You can initiate and submitdocumentation to support your claim online. Alternately,you can mail your claim to South Carolina State Treasurer,Unclaimed Property Program, 1200 Senate Street, Suite214, Wade Hampton Building, Columbia, SC 29201..Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completed andsigned claim form, a copy of photo identification and aSocial Security number.

Processing time:

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South Dakota

Website: southdakota.findyourunclaimedproperty.com

Claim method: You can initiate claim online, but youmust ultimately email your claim form and necessarydocumentation to unclaimed@sdtreasurer.gov or mailthem to SD State Treasurer - UCP, 500 E. Capital Ave,Suite 212, Pierre, SD 57501..Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completed andsigned claim form, a copy of photo identification and yourSocial Security number. The email you receive uponinitiating a claim will detail the documentation required.

Processing time: Two to three weeks

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Tennessee

Website: ClaimitTN.gov

Claim method: You can search for and initiate claimsonline. Once you do so, you’ll receive further instructionson how to proceed. You can also call the state at 1-866-370-9429.

.Claim documentation: Varies by claim

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Texas

Website: ClaimitTexas.org

Claim method: You can initiate and submit a claimonline. You can alternately mail your claim form anddocumentation to Comptroller of Public Accounts,Unclaimed Property Claims Section, P.O. Box 12046,Austin, TX 78711-2046..Claim documentation: At a minimum, the signed claimform and photo identification. The state will outline anyother documentation you need to provide in the emailyou receive upon initiating the claim.

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Utah

Website: MyCash.Utah.gov

Claim method: You can initiate and submit a claimonline. You can alternately mail your claim form andrequired documentation to Unclaimed Property Division,P.O. Box 140530, 168 N 1950 W Suite 102, Salt Lake City,UT 84116..Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completed andsigned claim form, a copy of photo identification and aSocial Security number. The email you receive uponinitiating a claim will request additional documentation, ifnecessary.

Processing time: up to 90 days, though most claimprocess within two to three weeks.

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Vermont

Website: https://www.vermonttreasurer.gov/content/unclaimed-property

Claim method: You must print a claim form from thestate treasurer’s website and mail it, along with anyrequired documentation, to Vermont Unclaimed PropertyDivision, State Treasurer's Office, 109 State Street,Montpelier, VT 05609-6200..Claim documentation: At a minimum, a signed claimform, a copy of your photo identification, a copy of yourSocial Security number and proof of address associatedwith the unclaimed property.

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Oregon

Website: VAmoneysearch.org

Claim method: Once you initiate a claim online, you’llreceive information on how to proceed. You can fax formsand documentation for some claims under $200, but youmay need to mail the paperwork to the state at VirginiaDepartment of the Treasury, 101 North 14th Street,Richmond, VA 23219.

.Claim documentation: .Varies by claim; the exactinformation you need to provide will be outlined on yourclaim form.

Processing time: Approximately six to eight weeks withclaims on transfers and estates potentially taking longer

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Washington

Website: ClaimYourCash.org

Claim method: You can initiate and submit claimsonline. You can also mail in your claim by following theinstructions on the voucher that gets generated after youinitiate a claim.

.Claim documentation: You might need to providephoto identification, proof of address and proof ofownership, depending on the claim.

Processing time: Up to 60 days with claims involvingstock or mutual funds potentially taking longer

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Washington DC

Website: dc.findyourunclaimedproperty.com

Claim method: You can initiate and submit your claimonline. Alternately, you can mail your claim form andrequired documentation to D.C. Office of Finance andTreasury, Unclaimed Property Unit, 1101 4th St. SW, Ste.800W, Washington, DC 20024.

.Claim documentation: At a minimum, a completed andsigned claim form, a copy of photo identification and yourSocial Security number. The email you receive uponinitiating a claim will provide details on what needs to getsubmitted.

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West Virginia

Website: https://vamoneysearch.org/

Claim method: You can search for unclaimed propertyonline, but you must ultimately print, complete and mail aclaim form, along with the required documentation, to:Office of State Treasurer, Unclaimed Property Division,P.O. Box 4228 Charleston, WV 25364.

.Claim documentation: .At a minimum, a completed,signed and notarized claim form, a copy of your driver’slicense or other valid photo identification and proof ofyour Social Security number.

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Wisconsin

Website:https://www.revenue.wi.gov/Pages/UnclaimedProperty/Home.aspx

Claim method: You must complete your claim onlinethrough the state’s My Tax Account website. If you can’tfile a claim online, you can call the state at 608-264-4594to initiate a claim. It’ll mail you a letter requestingdocumentation and providing further instruction.

.Claim documentation: Varies by claim. Instructions areprovided once you initiate a claim online.

Processing Time: Up to 8 weeks

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Wyoming

Website: WyWindfall.gov

Claim method: You can initiate and submit a claimonline. You can also email wyomingup@wyo.gov or callthe state at 1-307-777-5590 with questions.

.Claim documentation: Varies by claim.

Processing Time: Simple, single claims are paid out in afew weeks, but multiple or complex claims for assets likestocks, bonds or endowments can take longer to process.