Are You Owed a Share of the $2.2 Billion in Unclaimed Property in Arizona? Find Out Here

In Arizona, there is over $2.2 billion in unclaimed property that could potentially belong to you. This is not an imaginary figure; unclaimed property is money that was owed to an individual, but was never received.

You can search for unclaimed property, such as security deposits, un-cashed travelers’ checks, or forgotten bank accounts, without cost on the Arizona Department of Revenue’s website. All you need to provide is your first and last name to get started. According to the law, this money should be turned over to the state. Checking is easy and fast.

The National Association of Property Administrators states that 1 in 7 people have unclaimed property across the nation.

If you find that you are owed money, there are several steps you will have to take to claim the funds.

1. A complete claim form
2. You must provide a clear copy of official photo identification or have your signature on the claim form notarized.
3. You will need to provide proof of your social security number.
4. Provide proof that you lived at or received mail at the address reported to the State of Arizona as the last known address of the original owner.

Once your identity is confirmed by the state will you learn how much money is waiting to be claimed. It can take several months before you are given the money.

Search for your name here and to learn more.