Lost Money? How Michigan Residents Can Easily Search for Unclaimed Property

You might not know it, but the state of Michigan could be holding your forgotten money.

From old security deposits and refund checks to uncashed inheritances, millions of dollars in unclaimed property are waiting to be returned to rightful owners.

To make the process easier, the Michigan Department of Treasury has upgraded its Unclaimed Property website.

Here’s exactly how you can find out if some of that money belongs to you and how to claim it.

What Counts as Unclaimed Property?

Unclaimed property includes assets that businesses, banks, or agencies couldn’t return to their owners. Common examples:

• Dormant bank accounts

• Uncashed paychecks or refunds

• Stock certificates

• Forgotten utility deposits

• Contents of abandoned safe deposit boxes

By law, these funds are transferred to the state until claimed.

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How to Search for Unclaimed Property in Michigan

1. Visit Michigan’s Official Site:

   • Go to Michigan.gov/UnclaimedProperty

2. Enter Your Details:

   • Search using your name, business name, or even a deceased family member’s name.

3. Review the Results:

   • If you find a match, the site will guide you to start a claim.

How to Claim Your Money

1. Fill Out the Online Claim Form:

   • Enter personal and contact details.

2. Upload Required Documents:

   • Identification (driver’s license, ID)

   • Proof of address (utility bills, bank statements)

   • Supporting documents for heirs or business claims.

3. Submit Securely:

   • There are no fees to search or file a claim.

   • Follow up on your claim status through the same portal.

Need Help? Contact Support

Call 517-636-5320. Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Program Highlights

• Over $150 million returned to Michiganders last year.

• No deadline to claim property.

• All claims are processed free of charge.

With inflation driving up living costs and rising prices impacting households, reclaiming unclaimed property is a smart way to get some extra cash.

Take a few minutes today to check—your forgotten funds could be waiting.

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Let us help you discover if you have unclaimed assets waiting for you.

Start your free search today and claim what's rightfully yours!