How to Find Unclaimed Money: A State-by-State Guide

What Is Unclaimed Money?

Unclaimed money (also called unclaimed property) includes forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance payouts, utility deposits, and more. When companies can't locate the owner, they're required to turn the money over to the state.

How Much Is Out There?

The National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) estimates there is over $80 billion in unclaimed property waiting to be claimed. The average claim is around $1,000, but some people have found tens of thousands.

How to Search

MissingMoney.com

Most states participate in MissingMoney.com, the official NAUPA database. This is the best starting point.

Visit MissingMoney.com

Enter your name

Search multiple states where you've lived

Follow the claim instructions if you find a match

State-Specific Portals

Some states have their own portals:

• California: claimit.ca.gov

• New York: osc.state.ny.us

• Texas: claimittexas.org

• Florida: fltreasurehunt.gov

Search Tips

• Search under maiden names and previous addresses

• Check for deceased relatives — you may be the rightful heir

• Search in every state you've ever lived in

• Try variations of your name

Common Types of Unclaimed Money

• Bank accounts and CDs

• Forgotten utility deposits

• Insurance payouts and refunds

• Uncashed dividends or paychecks

• Safe deposit box contents

• Tax refunds

Is It Really Free?

Yes! Legitimate unclaimed property searches and claims are always free. If someone asks you to pay to search or file a claim, it's likely a scam. RevealAI links you directly to official government databases.

Start Searching

Use RevealAI's Unclaimed Money tool to quickly find your state's official search portal and start looking for money that might be owed to you.