Unclaimed Security Deposits: What Most Renters Don’t Know About Money Landlords Owe Them
Most renters have no idea that they're sitting on unclaimed money—and neither do the state governments holding it.
Forgotten HSA Accounts in 2026: Health Savings Balances From Former Employers Are Going Unclaimed
Yes, billions of dollars in HSA balances from former employers are sitting unclaimed in forgotten accounts across the country.
Warning: QR Codes in Fake Unclaimed Money Letters Can Install Malware on Your Phone
Yes, QR codes embedded in fake unclaimed money letters can install malware directly on your phone.
New Study Found That 90% of Unclaimed Property Finder Contracts Can Be Cancelled Within 30 Days
A widely circulated claim suggests that 90% of unclaimed property finder contracts can be cancelled within 30 days.
She Recovered $4,500 in Unclaimed Property for Her Family by Spending 30 Minutes on 3 State Websites
Yes, it's possible to recover unclaimed property in just 30 minutes by checking state websites directly.
Fact Check: Will Your Bank Notify You Before Your Account Is Escheated to the State? They’re Required To
Yes, banks are legally required to notify you before escheating your account to the state—but there's a critical catch.
At Least 10% of All Unclaimed Property Originally Came From Payroll and Employment Sources
While research doesn't confirm an exact 10% figure, unclaimed wages and employment-related funds represent a substantial and measurable portion of the...
$2 Billion in Unclaimed Property Is Being Held by the Georgia Department of Revenue
The Georgia Department of Revenue is currently holding over $3 billion in unclaimed property—not the $2 billion referenced in older reports.
State-by-State Dormancy Periods: What Most Americans Don’t Know About When Their Accounts Become Unclaimed
Most Americans have no idea when their forgotten bank accounts, unclaimed paychecks, or old deposits legally transform into unclaimed property—and that's...
Unclaimed Rebate Checks in 2026: $1.2 Billion in Consumer Rebates Were Never Cashed
Billions of dollars in unclaimed rebate checks and tax refunds remain in the hands of the IRS, state agencies, and financial institutions—money that...