Kentucky residents may have unclaimed money waiting for them. The funds can come from old bank accounts, uncashed checks, life insurance policies and other forgotten financial assets.
More than $134 million in unclaimed property is reportedly connected to Louisville residents. The Kentucky State Treasurer’s Office will host two events in Jefferson County to help people search for and claim their money.
Roadshow dates and locations
Wednesday, October 7
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10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Jefferson County Clerk’s Dixie Highway branch.
Thursday, October 8
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10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Jefferson County Clerk’s East Branch on Shelbyville Road.
Treasury representatives will help residents search the state database and explain how to submit a claim.
What types of money can be claimed?
Kentucky’s unclaimed property may include:
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Uncashed payroll checks.
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Old bank accounts.
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Life insurance proceeds.
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Safe-deposit box contents.
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Stocks and other financial assets.
The state holds these assets until the rightful owner or an eligible heir claims them.
Worth reading: The State By State Guide to Unclaimed Assets
Can heirs claim a deceased relative’s money?
Yes. Residents can search for property listed under a deceased family member’s name. Heirs may need to provide proof of identity, proof of the family relationship and documents showing their legal right to receive the funds.
It is also worth searching under former names, business names and previous addresses.
How to search online
Residents who cannot attend the roadshow can use the Kentucky Treasurer’s official unclaimed property website.
The search is free. Residents can also search participating states through MissingMoney.com.
Be cautious of companies that request payment to find or recover the money. Kentucky provides its official search service at no cost.
Questions about a claim?
For help, contact the Kentucky Unclaimed Property Division at 800-465-4722.
Bottom line
The Kentucky Unclaimed Property Roadshow will visit Louisville on October 7 and 8. Residents can stop by to search for lost money and learn how to file a claim.
Even if you cannot attend, search the official Kentucky database. You could find an old check, bank account, insurance payment or money belonging to a deceased relative.
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Start your free search today and claim what's rightfully yours!
