Over $19 billion in unclaimed funds are waiting for New Yorkers to claim.
With a recent law signed by State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, the process has become faster and easier, especially for payments under $250.
The state returns over $1.5 million daily, and now you can reclaim your lost money in no time.
How to Claim Your Unclaimed Funds
Follow these steps to check and claim your funds:
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Search for Your Money:
- Visit the Search for Lost Money page.
- Enter your name to see if you have any unclaimed funds.
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Choose a Claim Method:
- Online: Select the item to claim and follow the prompts.
- By Mail: Complete and notarize the “Mail Claim Form” available after your search. Send it with the required documentation to:
Office of the State Comptroller, Office of Unclaimed Funds, 110 State Street, Albany, NY 12236
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Cash Your Check Promptly:
Cash your check as soon as possible to avoid it being reported as unclaimed funds again.
Unclaimed Funds by New York Region
Here’s how much unclaimed money is available in different parts of the state:
- New York City: $5,302,731,059
- Long Island: $1,015,681,825
- Hudson Valley: $719,234,539
- Finger Lakes: $358,675,042
- Niagara Frontier: $253,193,038
- Capital-Saratoga: $198,748,083
- Central New York: $118,436,797
- Catskills: $80,356,890
- Adirondacks: $63,410,370
- Thousand Islands-Seaway: $40,055,089
- Chautauqua-Allegany: $35,528,546
Read: Do You Have Unclaimed Money Waiting for You?
Why It’s Worth Checking
Unclaimed funds come from forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, and more.
The average claim ranges from $50 to $100, but larger amounts are often discovered.
Act Now to Reclaim What’s Yours
Reclaiming unclaimed funds has never been easier.
Start your search today at the Office of Unclaimed Funds website and secure your lost treasure before it’s gone.
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