FAQ
We use many methods to locate people, including web searches, phone calls, and our specialty software. It sometimes takes us several months of researching to locate the right person.
How big is my claim? Where are the funds being held?
We can give you specific details to the size of your claim and where it's being held as soon as you contact us.
When should we start, and how much time do I have to collect my money?
Today! There are several deadlines that are specific to each county and state that will determine how difficult and how much time it takes to get your money. The sooner you act, the better!
When will I receive my money?
Depending on your individual claim and the specifics of it, we have seen claims pay out as quickly as two months, and sometimes take as long as a year. You can be sure that whatever the specifics of your claim, we will do everything in our power to see it pay out as quickly as possible.
Absolutely, it is! If you are the owner of unclaimed funds, you have every right to claim them before they are lost to the government. It is also completely legal for us to act as your agent and deal with these agencies on your behalf, using our time and expertise to make sure your claim is filed properly and on time.
Why can't I just find this money myself?
You absolutely can; however, when filing a claim on your own, the process can be confusing, expensive, and more lengthy than when you have us to help. Even before we've contacted you, we've already done extensive research and worked through red tape to find out the specifics of your case and how best to proceed. Oftentimes, the county won’t contact you, may not know what is going on, and will expect you to do more work than you will be able to on your own, thus requiring you to hire a lawyer to file papers for you and represent you, which may cost as much or more than our services and will not be as comprehensive. When you work with us, we deal directly with each agency, prepare all documents necessary, consult with legal counsel if there are any issues with your claim, and files all the necessary paperwork as needed within the deadline. This is our specialty and we're good at it.
What will it cost me to use your services?
Nothing up front! We work on contingency, which means that we only get paid if your claim pays out: all of the fees and costs before that are covered by us under our contract, so you will never have to take anything out of your pocket.
Do I have to sign your documents?
Yes. It's the only way we can legally represent you, otherwise the agency will refuse to deal with us. Our contract for services is very simple - there is no confusing language, just a simple agreement about how we split the claim, if successful. We are paid on a contingency basis, which means that we don’t get paid unless the money is recovered. All documents that you need to sign pertain only to your particular claim and give us no power relating to anything else in your life. We will not have access to your personal financial information, or the ability to make decisions on your behalf relating to anything other than this claim. All document signings will be done in the presence of a licensed notary public.
Can someone else handle this for me?
Absolutely. You can have a family member or trusted adviser call us and we will explain everything to them. You will, however, need to be present for the signing of the documents. We do need the actual claimant's signature and to verify that person's identity (driver's license or other identification) before we can process your claim.