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Unclaimed Cash from Washington Mutual
The Federal Deposit Insurance Company (FDIC), which oversaw the seizure of Washington Mutual -- the nation's largest bank failure -- and subsequent sale to JP Morgan Chase, handed over nearly $251.4 million to the states this summer.
State treasurer touts assets in unclaimed property program
State Treasurer John Kennedy, who oversees the state's Unclaimed Property Program, said his staff in the past fiscal year received $62.1 million in assets, $10 million more than the previous record, and paid out $22.3million in claims, about $237,000 more than the previous high. July 25, 2010, Times-Picayune.
Alabama has more than $382 million in unclaimed assets; any claimants?
State Treasurer Kay Ivey says unclaimed assets that have been turned over to the state include uncashed checks, stocks, bonds, dividend checks, utility deposits and items found in abandoned safe deposit boxes. The most valuable item is worth more than $511,000.
$80 million waiting to be claimed
Too much can never be said when encouraging people to search for unclaimed property. July 23, 2010, McCook Daily Gazette.
Find some "Non Stop Fun" with State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald's Great Iowa Treasure Hunt
State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald announced today that a stop at the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt booth during the 2010 Iowa State Fair may be worthwhile, as fair goers could find their names among the hundreds of thousands of individuals with unclaimed property. July 23, 2010, readMedia.
State returns record amount of unclaimed property
For the second year in a row, the unclaimed property division of State Treasurer's office has returned a record amount of money to Kansans.
$1.9 million in property unclaimed
The N.C. Department of State Treasurer has $1.93 million in unclaimed money and other property listed as belonging to 7,276 individuals, businesses and institutions in Wilkes County. July 19, 2010, Wilkes Journal-Patriot.
State seeking owners of unclaimed WaMu accounts
The Washington Department of Revenue is holding $9.8 million in deposits from former Washington Mutual customers who didn't claim their accounts after the bank failed in 2008.
State returns property worth up to $1 million
On Monday, State Treasurer Cary Kennedy announced that the Great Colorado Payback recently paid claims totaling more than $500,000 to a Fort Collins resident.
Claiming Your Unclaimed Property
People throughout the state are looking at ways to cut their household expenses and save up some extra cash, but with $600 million in unclaimed property in the state, some may be overlooking money that is rightfully theirs.
Website lists unclaimed property
Kansas State Treasurer Dennis McKinney has enlisted the help of some new partners in his effort to return unclaimed property to businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Your ‘Missing' Money Awaits You
At least $33 billion sits in state treasuries and other agencies waiting to be returned to its rightful owners.
Unclaimed property division celebrates record returns
State Treasurer Dennis McKinney celebrated Friday that the unclaimed property division has had record breaking returns.
Treasurer announces record $35M in Unclaimed Property returned
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel today announced his administration returned a record $35 million in Unclaimed Property to a record 92,000 account holders during fiscal year 2010.
Government Can't Find Owners Of Savings Bonds
The federal government says billions of dollars in savings bonds are ready to be cashed in.
Looking for lost money? Check out the state treasurer's office
Idahoans looking for unclaimed money can claim it through the state treasurer's office, which took over administration of the program from the Idaho Tax Commission because of a new law taking affect Thursday.
Wisconsin State Treasurer Dawn Marie Sass travels state to return unclaimed funds
In fact, Wisconsin State Treasurer Dawn Marie Sass is going county to county with database in hand looking for the owners of unclaimed property.
Buy, hold and forget?
It's not every day a stranger calls to say they've got a sum of money waiting for you to collect, and when it does happen, it's almost certainly a scam.
$17 million unclaimed in NE Indiana
What do Larry Bird, John Mellencamp and Reggie Miller have in common? They all have money in unclaimed property - some maybe waiting for you, too.
87,000 names will appear in print
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel announced his statewide effort to increase Unclaimed Property returns through statewide advertising that will put 87,000 names in print.
Illinois residents hit jackpot at treasurer's 'Million Dollar Day' event
Officials in Illinois Treasurer Alex Giannoulias' office say state officials hold more than $1-billion in assets that belongs to more than ten million Illinois residents or businesses.
Is your name on treasure hunt list this year?
The Iowa State Treasurer's Office used to think there would be less unclaimed property in the electronic age.
Where to Find Free MoneyLast fall, Michelle Bixler received a letter from the state of Pennsylvania saying it had a $35,000 check for her from an insurance company. She thought it was a scam.
Does the Government Owe You Money?
The U.S. Treasury owes Americans nearly $17 billion in unredeemed Series E savings bonds. Sold from 1941 until 1980, the bonds were marketed initially as a way to show patriotism during World War II and later as a safe way to invest. But many people have lost or forgotten about bonds purchased generations ago. Now, some lawmakers and government officials are trying to help citizens get their money back.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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