Search your state’s unclaimed property website
Search the official national unclaimed property database
Check with the state where you have lived, worked, or owned property
Search under your full legal name and any previous names
Search for names of deceased relatives if you are an heir
Check old bank accounts, insurance policies, and employer records
Review old tax returns and financial statements
Contact former employers about unpaid wages, retirement funds, or benefits
Contact banks, credit unions, and brokerage firms you have used
Check with insurance companies for unclaimed policy benefits
Search for uncashed checks, refunds, dividends, and security deposits
Look for abandoned utility deposits and prepaid service balances
Verify your identity and submit a claim if you find a match
Keep copies of identification and proof of address ready
Watch for scams and use only official government websites