You might be missing out on money that's rightfully yours.
Every year, millions of dollars in forgotten funds pile up in state treasuries across the country, and Oklahoma is no exception.
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The Oklahoma State Treasury is urging residents to take a quick moment to check if they have any unclaimed property waiting to be claimed.
What Exactly is Unclaimed Property?
Unclaimed property is anything of financial value that has been abandoned by its owner for a certain period of time. This can include:
- Uncashed paychecks
- Refunds or utility deposits
- Insurance payouts
- Stocks, bonds, or mutual funds
- Forgotten bank accounts
After a company, bank, or government agency is unable to contact the owner for a set number of years, these assets are turned over to the state.
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The Oklahoma State Treasury now manages over $1 billion in unclaimed property, all waiting for its rightful owners to step forward.
How to Find Out If You Have Unclaimed Property
Claiming lost assets has never been easier.
Oklahoma residents can visit the Oklahoma State Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property Search to enter their name and see if there’s any property linked to them.
Not from Oklahoma? You can also search across multiple states by visiting MissingMoney.com, a free tool used by most states to help locate forgotten funds.
Why Claim Your Unclaimed Property?
It’s simple: unclaimed property is your money, and there’s no reason to leave it behind!
Many people don't realize how quickly small sums can accumulate, especially when it comes to forgotten bank accounts, security deposits, or long-lost family inheritances.
Plus, there’s no deadline for reclaiming these funds.
Whether the property has been sitting unclaimed for 10 months or 10 years, it’s yours to recover.
If the original owner has passed away, family members or heirs can claim it too, as long as they provide the right documentation.
Additional Government Benefits You May Be Overlooking
While you’re checking for unclaimed property, it might also be a good time to explore other financial benefits you could qualify for.
Programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) can offer assistance with groceries and utility bills, helping you save money where it matters most.
Visit Benefits.gov to explore a full range of financial support programs based on your location, income, and family size.
Time to Take Action
Reclaiming your unclaimed property is a straightforward process.
Once you find any property under your name, the next step is to provide the necessary documentation to verify your identity and ownership.
This might include proof of your address, a government-issued ID, or account statements linking you to the unclaimed assets.
Don't wait any longer—check today to see if you have money or assets waiting for you!
Visit the Oklahoma State Treasurer's Unclaimed Property Search or use Unclaimed.org to search nationwide.
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