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Ancient artifacts among now-claimed collection delivered to treasurer's office
Warning: This story has more questions than answers. For instance, who is this man who says he figured his creditors or Wells Fargo Bank had taken possession of his antiques collection, the one now wheeling its way to him in Oregon?
State officials want residents to collect millions in unclaimed property
Spann is in charge of the Unclaimed Property Division in state Treasurer John Kennedy's office, the agency charged with helping track down lost or forgotten assets that might be owed to individuals.
Texas Comptroller Combs pushes unclaimed funds program
If you're a resident of Washington County, there's a one in three chance the state is holding on to some of your money, and now it's pretty darn easy to see if you are one of those one-in-three people.
WWII's Unclaimed Treasure--States Battle U.S. For Billions in Lost War Bonds
Nearly 70 years ago, the federal government began issuing hundreds of billions of dollars in savings bonds to finance the greatest war effort in the nation's history, with no less than President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who summoned patriotic Americans to "one great partnership," buying the very first.
Texas Unclaimed Property Fund Hits $2 Billion
Texas Comptroller Susan combs found $147 million in unclaimed property and promptly found its rightful owners, but nearly $1.8 billion remains unclaimed.
State officials urging Texans to check unclaimed money pot
Last year the Texas Comptroller's Office returned $147 million in unclaimed property to Texans, the largest amount yet.
Three Million Washington Residents May Have Unclaimed Property
Three million current or former Washington residents have a stake in $700 million in unclaimed property being held by the Washington State Department of Revenue. You may be one of them.
Unclaimed Money In Montana
You could be the rightful owner of $25 or maybe $2,500 and not even know it.
KY State treasurer trying to find people with unclaimed property
State Treasurer Todd Hollenbach was at the Boyle County Courthouse on Wednesday to announce that a call center made up of local officials and longtime residents will be established here next week to contact people about unclaimed property that has been turned over to the state treasury.
Treasurer trying to return property
It's that time of year again where, even more than usual, it pays to read your local newspaper.
Found: Owners of $147 Million in Lost Money
Remember that feeling you get when you put a coat on for the first time in months and find a twenty-dollar bill tucked away in the pocket.
Hunt for your own lost treasure; don't pay for it
I often receive calls or e-mails asking about the validity of different offers received by mail, phone or e-mail.
Unclaimed funds in state have reached $27 million
Forgotten and missing funds such as uncashed paychecks, dormant bank accounts, and stocks and bonds containing anywhere from $50 to thousands of dollars could be waiting for hundreds of area residents.
Missouri State treasurer holds millions waiting to be claimed
Deep in the recesses of the Truman State Office Building in Jefferson City, in the part of the basement where one could get lost without the assistance of a state office worker, there is a not-so-secret vault where the state keeps treasures of immeasurable value.
Google talking to DOJ about books settlement-report
Google and a group of authors and publishers are in talks with the U.S. Justice Department about possibly modifying an agreement struck last October to publish millions of books online, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday… "State unclaimed property laws require that many of these distributions be to unclaimed property funds in the various states."
N.J. Ads Seeks Thousands of Rightful Owners of Unclaimed Property
State Treasurer David Rousseau announced Aug. 20 that New Jersey planned a series of advertisements beginning last week as part of the continuing effort to find thousands of State residents who are the rightful owners of millions of dollars in unclaimed property.
State controller brings more than talk to events
When State Controller John Chiang asked the head of a local taxpayer group for a luncheon guest list before a recent speech in San Diego, Lani Lutar figured he just wanted to familiarize himself with his audience.
Some fairgoers left Sedalia with more money
Missouri State Treasurer Clint Zweifel has announced that his office returned nearly $46,761 of unclaimed property to 245 people attending the State Fair.
Nebraska notifying people with unclaimed money, property
If you get a letter in the mail or an automated phone message from state Treasurer Shane Osborn in the next few weeks, pay attention. Open the letter. Don't hang up.
Texas Has $2 Billion In Unclaimed Property
With just a few key strokes and the click of a mouse, the state of Texas allows citizens to search for money they may be owed.
Texas county hopes to return taxpayers' money
Lose some money? Guadalupe County Treasurer Linda Douglass might be able to help you get it back.
Lost property finds lodging
State Treasurer Dennis McKinney has partnered with the Kansas Hospital Association in an attempt to return property left at hospitals around the state to the rightful owners and heirs.
Treasurer wants to reunite $16.7 billion in unclaimed Savings Bonds with their owners
Putting $16.7 billion worth of unclaimed U.S. Savings Bonds in the hands of their owners "would be a stimulus package of its own," as well as the right thing to do, according to State Treasurer John Perdue.
Maryland's Comptroller Could Owe YOU Money
The state Comptroller's Office usually comes after you for money. But this time, they're trying to give it away and million of Marylanders are missing out.
State Vault Holds Millions In Unclaimed Property
A huge, underground vault, just feet from the Pennsylvania state Capitol building holds diamonds, money, collectibles, art and Civil War relics -- all of them unclaimed property waiting for their rightful owners to appear.
Controller's office a cash cow
It's not like hitting the lottery, but it beats hunting for spare change in the couch cushions.
More Missourians saying, 'show me money'
It's a sweet reward, one Jan Carroll never knew about. "I was very surprised," said Carroll.
Bill would release information on unredeemed bonds
At least $16.5 billion in unredeemed Savings Bonds would be reunited with their owners or heirs if a bill sponsored by Sen. Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va., is passed by Congress.
PBS' ‘Antiques Roadshow' to inspect Colorado's unclaimed jewelry
The public television series "Antiques Roadshow" will return to Denver Friday and sort through government-held unclaimed property belonging to people throughout Colorado, state officials said.
Personal Finance: California's lost and found fund is bulging with billions
It's not like hitting the lottery, but it beats hunting for spare change in the couch cushions. When it comes to locating long-lost cash, one of the most overlooked places is the state controller's office.
$1.2M in unclaimed cash available
An injection of more than $1 million could do wonders for the local economy, but first Surry County citizens, businesses and other governmental units must stake their claims to that cash.
Record Number of Unclaimed Property Claims in Kansas
Kansas State Treasurer Dennis McKinney announced today that his office has returned a record number of unclaimed property claims in fiscal year 2009.
Osborn wants money returned to rightful owners
Nebraska State Treasurer Shane Osborn is trying to give a little money back to the people it belongs to. Wednesday in Omaha, he attempted to distribute more than $300,000. Thursday, during a brief stop in Beatrice, he spread the wealth a little further when he dropped off a check to Roselyn Shaffer.
No one is headed to Hollywood, but maybe someone will get paid
No one's acting career will be launched by Comptroller Peter Franchot's latest YouTube ad, but it might reconnect some Marylanders with their long-lost property.
Unclaimed property: Windfall awaited Gulfport Katrina victim
Pamela Wilkinson of Gulfport was working three jobs when she found out she was owed money. Wilkinson lost everything in Hurricane Katrina in 2005, but three weeks ago she received a check for $24,203 that she didn't know belonged to her.
Treasure Hunt - Mississippi's Unclaimed Property
Times are tough. The economy is tanking. But there is a silver lining. 40 million dollars up for grabs and it belongs to Mississippians.
State treasurer warns of Web site scheme
Kansas state Treasurer Dennis McKinney is warning Kansans of a Web site that asks people to pay to find any unclaimed cash or property.
Unclaimed property website is not endorsed by the State Treasurer's Office
Kansas State Treasurer Dennis McKinney warns all Kansans of a website that asks for payment before they can discover if they have any unclaimed cash or property.
Action Line: Be cautious about 'unclaimed funds' services
There are companies that do nothing but search state records to find unclaimed assets and then try to "sell" your money back to you.
That windfall may be yours - State has more than $795M in unclaimed property
With an unexpected windfall even more welcome during a recession, the state is pushing for residents to be reunited with forgotten property.
Deposit box unveils history
Old letters and photographs nestled among a World War II telegram, Purple Heart citation and Gold Star Mother certificate Friday brought to life a tragic moment in Buek family history.
Cash Dash searches for rightful owner of money
Illinois State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias' office wants to return lost, forgotten and abandoned funds to their rightful owners.
Gulfport woman receives surprise $24,000 check from state
Pamela Wilkinson received a check Tuesday from State Treasurer Tate Reeves totaling $24,203.80. The money came from the state's unclaimed property reserve.
Uncashed U.S. small bonds not small change
Uncle Sam owes Americans about $16.5 billion that they lent him...And he's not doing enough to remind people to claim their money, some members of Congress say.
$1.2 million in new unclaimed assets
You might have cash with your name on it that you didn't know about. Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller reminded Hoosiers to look online for any unclaimed property that might belong to them.
State treasurer warns about internet scams
State Treasurer Joe Meyer has advised Wyoming residents to be aware of mail and Internet scams regarding unclaimed property funds. Meyer said: "Scams continue to surface in the area of unclaimed property to fleece money from unsuspecting Wyoming residents.
Missouri sets unclaimed property payout record
Missouri State Treasurer Clint Zweifel's office has set a record with 71,406 unclaimed property accounts totaling $25.6 million paid this fiscal year.
How to win $741.09 of a $339 million jackpot without really trying
The truth is, I've never been all that lucky. Given my issues, it was with little anticipation and less expectation that I recently approached the State Treasurer's Web site.
Free money in Calif.? Get your unclaimed treasure
The state could be holding money that should be in your pocket. It could even be holding a family heirloom. There are some big changes happening at the state's unclaimed property division.
Unclaimed property vaults are treasure troves
The Pennsylvania Department of Treasury is looking for a few Finders, several Keepers and a handful of Losers.
Unclaimed Property Owners Hard to Find
Over 20 thousand Utahns have unclaimed property with the state of Utah.
Maryland Seeks Owners of Unclaimed Money and Property
Thousands of people who live in Maryland are in for an unexpected windfall. The state's unclaimed property division is advertising the names of 54,000 people who have cash or property coming their way.
Lost loot? Treasury is looking for you
Ruth Miller remembers seeing the list of unclaimed property owners listed in the Lebanon Daily News on May 8, but she didn't bother checking to see if she knew any of the hundreds of names in tiny type that filled the page that day.
Millions in Unclaimed Property & Cash is Up For Grabs
State officials in Maryland, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Virginia are looking for the rightful owners to millions of dollars in unclaimed cash and property.
State Treasurer Returns $100,000+ In Unclaimed Property
More than $100,000 in unclaimed property is headed back to its owners.
Cashing in on Unclaimed Property
Tough times compel people to rein in spending, cancel pricey subscription services like premium cable, mail in product rebate receipts, and collect food coupons. But the aggregate savings from those activities could end up looking like pocket change compared to billions of dollars in unclaimed property being held in state controllers' and the U.S. Treasury's coffers.
Dateline NBC / You Might Be Rich! Here's how to find out
In a rough economic time like this one, who couldn't use some extra cash? There's billions of dollars of unclaimed cash out there.
Illinois State Treasurer Answers Questions About Unclaimed Property
I-Team Investigation: Unclaimed Cash
A big I-Team investigation found companies cashing in other people's money.
Iowa State Treasurer Hits the $100 Million Mark In Returning Money
State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald announced today that the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt has reached a milestone - passing the 100 million dollar threshold in returning money.
Cash in on Unclaimed Property
Imagine finding out you have cash just sitting in a box waiting for you to come pick it up.
Operation Rightful Owner: Federal Bill To Bring $115-Million To Nebraska Residents
A bill filed in Congress would reunite millions of Americans with matured U.S. Savings Bonds, according to Nebraska State Treasurer Shane Osborn. The Unredeemed U.S. Savings Bond Act of 2009 (Operation Rightful Owner), sponsored by Sens. Jay Rockefeller (W.V.) and Pat Roberts (Kan.), creates a state-federal partnership to help find the owners of more than 40 million savings bonds with a value of more than $16.5 billion.
Rockefeller introduces bond-recovery bill - State residents could reap millions if measure passes
Citizens across the nation could collect more than $16.5 billion in unclaimed U.S. savings bonds if Congress passes legislation recently introduced by Sens. Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va., Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., and Pat Roberts, R-Kansas. West Virginia Treasurer John Perdue estimates West Virginians could recover up to $125 million in assets.
More look for long-lost cash in Wisconsin
In these tight economic times, looking to see if the state is holding unclaimed property in your name is like turning over the couch cushions to search for spare change: Every little bit helps.
More People Looking For Unclaimed Money In Bad Economy
Vermont has millions of dollars it would like to give away; it justs need the owners to come forward to claim it.
Oregon DSL holding $300 Million in unclaimed money, property
Oregonians, like most Americans, are likely searching for ways to weather the current economic downturn.
South Carolina wants to rid itself of unclaimed property
State Treasurer Converse Chellis has released the Unclaimed and Abandoned Property figures for 2008. The program is better known as the "Palmetto Payback" Program.
Undiscovered treasure in Mississippi
For some Katrina victims, a silver lining in the form of unclaimed property.
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