According to recent news reports, there is more than $32.8 billion in unclaimed funds in the US. And yes, that’s “B” for Billion!

I’m pretty diligent about checking once per year to see if I’ve overlooked anything and to date, I’ve only once found money owed to me and it was around $90. Not earth shattering, but a welcome treat.

I checked on my mother’s name and the name of the company she used to own and found FIVE separate accounts in two states totaling $1,705.47. Not a bad haul for a few minutes work on my side and she was delighted to find out about this.

It’s very easy to generate your own claim online, photocopy and mail in the necessary info. Your money is usually sent to you within 60 days (depending upon the state and if you have all the correct documentation).

Check this site out for yourself and see if you or your loved ones (even check deceased relatives) to see what’s out there…no sense in it generating interest for someone else!