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Unclaimed Property: Is Missing Money Looking for You?
One morning in November, Daniel DeMeuse magically awoke $28,000 richer. (Jan. 9, 2013, AOL Daily Finance.)
Missouri Treasurer Zweifel returns $19.5 million in unclaimed property
Missouri Treasurer Clint Zweifel said his office returned $19.5 million in unclaimed property, in a total of 71,000 accounts, in the first six months of fiscal 2013. (Jan. 9, 2013, St. Louis Business Journal.)
Mass. unclaimed property auction nets $545k
The state's annual unclaimed property auction garnered a record $545,000 for the state's general fund. (Jan. 3, 2013, WPRI.)
Find Out If You Have Unclaimed Property In Kentucky
Nothing like some "cold" cash to warm up a chilly day! Kentucky Treasurer Todd Hollenbach is visiting Magoffin, Lawrence, Lincoln, Mercer, Washington, Martin, Larue, Wolf, Johnson and Morgan counties over the next two months to hold "Treasure Finder" events in each community. (Jan. 4, 2013, WTVQ.)
AIG settlement gives Floridians $25M in unclaimed property
Florida received more than 61,000 unclaimed property accounts worth more than $25 million as part of a settlement with American International Group. (Jan. 9, 2013, Tampa Bay Business Journal.)
Michigan has thousands in cash that belongs to metro Detroit schools, but they have to claim it 1st
A Local 4 Defenders investigation discovered there is a lot of money coming to area schools that the state is holding until someone claims the cash. (Jan. 7, 2013, WDIV.)
Treasurer Fitzgerald Offers Tips for Gift Card Receivers
The gift card is one of the most popular presents received during the holiday season, which is why State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald wants Iowa consumers to make sure they are able to take full advantage of this great gift. (Jan. 3, 2013, readMedia.)
State wants to connect unclaimed goods with their rightful owners
It's a cross between Grandma's attic and Fort Knox. In a tiny, unmarked room inside the state's unclaimed property office in Rancho Cordova, there's a veritable treasure trove just waiting for the right people to claim it. (Dec. 30, 2012, The Sacramento Bee.)
Unclaimed Cash Could Be Waiting For You
It could be the biggest Christmas present in town, that wasn't under the tree. South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis says this time of year the Unclaimed Property Department gets flooded with new claims from businesses and financial institutions. (Dec. 26, 2012, WSPA.)
Unclaimed property could be yours
Wisconsin's State Treasurer has an unusual problem. Kurt Schuller says they have unclaimed property worth over 400-million dollars, and it's coming in faster than he can give it back to the rightful owners. (Dec. 26, 2012, WTAQ.)
Treasurer plans online auction
State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald's New Year's resolution is to continue cleaning out the state storage vault for unclaimed safe deposit boxes. (Dec. 31, 2012, KMA Land.)
Rebate processor settles with Pa.; consumers may benefit
If you applied for a product rebate but never received your money, you might get a second chance, thanks to a settlement with Parago, a Texas rebate processor, announced Tuesday by Pennsylvania Treasurer Rob McCord.
(Dec. 19, 2012, Philadelphia Inquirer.)
Unclaimed cash may be yours
There is about $1 billion for the taking in Arizona - and it has nothing to do with the next Powerball jackpot.
(Dec. 19,2012, Arizona Republic.)
Money Mondays: How to search for unclaimed cash
The state of Florida has roughly one BILLION dollars in unclaimed cash and property! Could some of it be yours?
(Dec. 17, 2012, WTSP.)
I-Team: Billions in Unclaimed Cash Tied to Hard-Hit Sandy Neighborhoods
Victims of Sandy could be entitled to billions of dollars in unclaimed funds held by the New York State Comptroller's office, according to an I-Team analysis.
(Dec. 13, 2012, WNBC.)
PA Treasure Wants to Return $20,000 to Work to Develop Organizations That Aid the Less Fortunate
Ongoing efforts by the Pennsylvania Treasury to reunite community service organizations with unclaimed property have led to claims for more than $13,000 by food banks, shelters and Salvation Army chapters, said State Treasurer Rob McCord today.
(Dec. 17, 2012, LoanSafe.org.)
Hundreds flock to courthouse in response to Treasure Finders program
Excited chatter and giddy chuckles were among the unusual sounds heard Thursday at the Knox County Courthouse. Dec. 7, 2012, The Times-Tribune.
State Treasury still has $194M in unclaimed property vault
A former Pittsburgh resident has come forward to claim more than 200 pieces of jewelry from the State Treasury's unclaimed property vault. Dec. 12, 2012, WPXI.
WV man receives check for more than $25,000 in unclaimed money
A retired West Virginia employee thought he was throwing away junk mail, but what he was actually throwing away was more than $24,000 in unpaid wages. Dec. 7, 2012, WOWK
Unclaimed property a headache for county treasurers
Even in a tough economy, Cynthia Ivy has trouble giving away money. Dec. 3, 2012, San Antonio Express-News.
More than $6,800 collected in unclaimed property auction
Iowa State Treasure Michael Fitzgerald is calling Iowa's first unclaimed property eBay auction a success. It brought in more than $6,800. Dec. 5, 2012, KWWL.
Louisiana's treasurer wants to give back the money
You may have money hidden away in the state's coffers and not know it. And if you do, State Treasurer John Kennedy wants to send it back to you. Dec. 3, 2012, The Advertiser.
Iowa to auction unclaimed valuables on eBay
Just in time for Christmas shopping, Iowa Treasurer Mike Fitzgerald will put 100 lots on the online auction site eBay Nov. 26 as part of his office's attempt to dispose of unclaimed property it has acquired. Nov. 14, 2012, The Gazette.
Federal judge tosses California lawsuit over unclaimed property
A Sacramento federal judge on Wednesday threw out an 11-year-old lawsuit that challenged how the state controller runs the unclaimed property program. Nov. 15, 2012, The Sacramento Bee.
Does the State Have Your Unclaimed Property?
Two Milwaukee-area residents are thousands richer after receiving checks for money they had forgotten. Nov. 13, 2012, WSAW.
State returning millions of dollars to people owed money
The state gave away $500,000 Tuesday. There's more out there, and some of it could be yours. Nov. 13, 2012, TMJ4.
Could millions of dollars of unclaimed property be yours?
"Firearms. Jewelry. Uncashed checks. Old bank accounts. Rebates" Linda fisher may have one of the coolest, most interesting, most bizarre jobs in the state. Nov. 13, 2012, Valley News Live.
Local man reunited with lost Bronze Star
A misplaced Bronze Star found its way back to its rightful owner in Mt. Vernon through a state program called Operation Reunite. Nov. 13, 2012, Mt. Vernon Register-News.
Do you have unclaimed treasure sitting in Topeka?
You could have money sitting in Topeka and not even realize it. There are millions of dollars out there for Kansans to claim but the state is having a hard time tracking the owners down. Nov. 14, 2012, Eyewitness News 12 HD.
Ways to cash in on $350 million in unclaimed property
In a down economy who couldn't use a little extra money? How about a lot of extra money? The State of Kentucky is holding onto hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed property and some of it could be yours. Nov. 7, 2012, WAVE.
Sturgeon Bay Man Claims Missing Money Worth $28k
The State of Wisconsin says a Sturgeon Bay Man didn't know he had $28,000 in unclaimed funds. Nov. 3, 2012, WBAY.
$30-Million: Is any yours?
Florida Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater's Bureau of Unclaimed Property has close to $30-million it is looking to return to Northwest Florida. Nov. 7, 2012, Press Gazette.
Search goes on for local owners of unclaimed property
The state Treasury Department is once again encouraging residents, businesses and government entities to search its database to determine if they're entitled to recoup roughly $1.9 billion in unclaimed property the department is holding. Oct. 24, 2012, Times Leader.
Wis. Treasurer offers 30-day extension to hurricane victims
State Treasurer Kurt Schuller is offering a 30-day extension to any business required to file a Holder Report in Wisconsin, but is affected by Hurricane Sandy. Oct. 31, 2012, Fond du Lac Reporter.
State Treasurer attempts to return unclaimed life insurance proceeds to owners
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel has now received more than $11.2 million in unclaimed life insurance policies. Missourians can search www.ShowMeMoney.com to find policies that may belong to them. Oct. 23, 2012, KTTN.
How to Track Down a Lost Life Insurance Policy
There isn't a centralized database for tracking down life insurance policies, but you can use several strategies, and a few new resources, to help with your investigation. Nov. 1, 2012, NASDAQ.
FOX8 viewers reclaim $146K of their unclaimed money
Hundreds of viewers called FOX8 on Thursday night re-claiming a total of $146,510 from the state's Unclaimed Property Fund. Oct. 25, 2012, WGHP.
Illinois State Treasurer Announces $600,000 I-Cash Claim
Imagine finding out that you have more than $600,000 in unclaimed cash. Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford says that's exactly what is happening to one Chicago-area man, who will soon enjoy a nearly $662,000 check because stock companies and insurance companies transferred unclaimed property to the treasurer's office in this person's name. October 24, 2012, WIFR.
Treasurer McCord Sets Out to Reunite Fire, EMS Companies with Nearly $700,000 in Unclaimed Property
In recognition of National Fire Prevention Month, State Treasurer Rob McCord today said nearly $700,000 in unclaimed property is available for Pennsylvania's emergency responder organizations to claim in order to supplement their budgets and provide need valuable life-saving services. October 25, 2012, Fire Engineering.
Jackpot! Matt left (a little) unclaimed money in W.Va.
John Perdue, state treasurer of West Virginia, gives TODAY's Matt Lauer a call to let him know he left a little something behind from his days as a young reporter in the state. October 25, 2012, NBC Today.
Pa. looking for owners of unclaimed cash, property
Pennsylvania is sitting on a gold mine of nearly $2 billion in unclaimed cash and property statewide that could belong to you. It's all part of state Treasury's unclaimed property and unclaimed cash program. October 25, 2012, WHTM.
Texans get chance to claim property
Every year, the Texas Comptroller updates a list of names of people, business, and other entities for whom unclaimed property is being held by the state. October 19, 2012, KXII.
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel Returns $912,000
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel announced today he has returned more than $912,000 to five account owners since the beginning of September. October 18, 2012, KTTS.
Local residents have treasures the state wants to help dig up
State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald is bringing the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt to Muscatine County in hopes of returning lost money to its rightful owner. October 18, 2012, The Muscatine Journal.
Horry, Georgetown residents reclaim $40,000 in personal property
Lots of Horry and Georgetown counties residents got a little extra change in their pockets on Monday. October 16, 2012, The Sun News.
AIG reaches settlement on unclaimed property
American International Group Monday became the fifth life insurer to settle with state insurance regulators regarding the handling of unclaimed property. October 23, 2012, Life Health Pro.
Unclaimed Property Deadline Looming
The Nebraska state treasurer is reminding Nebraska businesses and organizations that the deadline for remitting unclaimed property to the state is approaching. Treasurer Don Stenberg says businesses and organizations must also submit unclaimed property reports by Nov. 1. October 18, 2012, 6HD News.
Florida Announces Multi-Agency, Multi-State Agreement with Nationwide Insurance Companies -- $144 Million Already Returned to Consumers
Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty announced today that agreements have been reached between five Nationwide companies, and the Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) -- Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater, the Florida Office of the Attorney General (AG) -- Attorney General Pam Bondi, and the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) along with six other lead states. October 13, 2012, Insurance News Net.
NJ petitions US Supreme Court to hear gift card case
New Jersey has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to hear a case that could help the government claim at least $15 million a year in unspent gift card revenue from retailers to help balance the state budget. October 12, 2012, The Republic.
W.Va. treasurer has unclaimed check for Matt Lauer
West Virginia's treasurer has a check waiting for Matt Lauer, albeit a small one. Treasurer John Perdue said Wednesday that the "Today" show co-host is on a list of people due unclaimed property. October 18, 2012, Wall Street Journal.
Items in upcoming Massachusetts Treasury eBay auction of unclaimed property on view in Springfield
State Treasury officials will offer the public a peek Thursday at a sampling of some $435,000 in unclaimed property that will offered at auction on eBay beginning Saturday. October 16, 2012, The Republican.
State's Unclaimed Property Auction nets $146,522 with nearly 99 percent success rate
Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford (R) has announced the success of the Illinois Treasurer's Online Unclaimed Property Auction, which ran Sept. 17-21. October 18, 2012, Rock River Times.
Treasurer's office reaching out to older Missourians about unclaimed property
The state treasurer hopes a new outreach effort will get more unclaimed property back in the hands of the Missourians it belongs to. October 10, 2012, Missourinet.
State controller announces major insurance settlement; $25 million from funeral policies to be returned
State Controller John Chiang on Monday announced a settlement agreement with Forethought Group Inc., a company that sells end-of-life policies through funeral planners. October 8, 2012, Lake County News.
Oklahoma Treasurer Hands Out More Than $440K In Unclaimed Property
The Oklahoma Treasurer's office says it handed out more than $440,000 in unclaimed cash to Oklahomans. October 11, 2012, News9.
W.Va. treasury's latest online auction of unclaimed property ends Oct. 18
West Virginians have until Oct. 18 to participate in the latest auction of unclaimed property by the state treasurer's office. October 5, 2012, The Republic.
Unclaimed Money: Free Cash at Mall of America?
Elisabeth Leamy helps shoppers find unexpected money owed to them. September 30, 2012, Good Morning America.
AARP is enlisted to find owners of unclaimed personal property in Missouri
AARP and state treasurer Clint Zweifel on Thursday announced a new education push to help older people with unclaimed property claims and management. September 27, 2012, Kansas City Star.
Texas Comptroller's Office Helps Search for Unclaimed Property
Residents were happy recipients of a nice surprise from the state, courtesy of The Texas Comptroller's Office. October 3, 2012, KBTX.
Unclaimed property is just a click away
The Illinois State Treasurer's Office is currently holding about $2.1 million worth of unclaimed property from Grundy County and is looking for its rightful owners. In total, the office has about $1.5 billion worth of property from throughout the state. October 4, 2012, Morris Daily Herald.
UK Prince earns £1m under 700-year law
Under powers that go back to the year 1337, the heir apparent to the British throne owns the 540 square kilometer duchy that in turn gains possession of any unclaimed property and estates left when someone dies in Cornwall. October 3, 2012, Press TV.
Find your 'pot of gold' at the fair
Oklahoma's state treasurer is at the Tulsa State Fair again this year, to help some folks find what he calls their pot of gold. October 4, 2012, KJRH.
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