FDIC Unclaimed Deposits in 2026: Millions Remain From Banks That Failed During the Financial Crisis

Millions of dollars in deposits remain unclaimed from the hundreds of banks that collapsed during the 2008-2013 financial crisis.
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Millions of dollars in deposits remain unclaimed from the hundreds of banks that collapsed during the 2008-2013 financial crisis.

Email scams impersonating the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) have surged dramatically over the past year.

When Americans receive a call, email, or letter about unclaimed funds sitting in a state treasury, many don't know whether to trust it or hang up.

If you've received a letter in the mail claiming you have unclaimed funds waiting for you, stop before you respond.

Yes, legitimate-looking letters about unclaimed inheritance are a real and growing scam that catches thousands of people every year.