How to Avoid Unclaimed Money Scams

Tip 1 - Unclaimed Money for You

Scam Detector exposes in detail hundreds of the most popular scams in the world. Learn how they work and protect yourself. How the scam works: This is an excerpt from a real scammer’s e-mail: “Public records indicate that $3,226,519 of unclaimed money has been turned over to the State of California for distribution. Potentially an amount of money from this fund belongs to you. For instructions and your UMC Form (Unclaimed Money Collection Form) return this form along with a $20 check to: Asset Recovery, PO Box,….”. The message above could come to your inbox, tailored to the country you’re living in. Indeed, answering this email with a $20 check and a form filled out not only would lighten your bank account but also give the crook access to your personal information. How to avoid: Although it sounds tempting, that’s not how things work with unclaimed money, no matter your country. Make your friends and family aware of this scam by sharing it, using the buttons provided. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
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Tip 2 - Track Down Unclaimed Property and Money - Con Artists - Scam Alert - AARP

Nearly $33 billion in unclaimed assets sits in state treasuries and other agencies. Find out whether any of that unclaimed property is yours.
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Tip 3 - BBB Tips for Claiming Your Unclaimed Property | Watch Your Buck | Blog for Central Texas Better Business Bureau on WordPress.com

According to the official State of Texas unclaimed property website, ClaimItTexas.org, one in four Texans has unclaimed property from forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, security deposits and utility refunds.  People are becoming more aware of the different kinds of unclaimed property out there and the l possibility that money could be waiting for them. Unfortunately,…

Tip 4 - How to Claim Your Unclaimed Property

Do you have unclaimed property? If so, how would you know? Is it worth it to pay a service to help you identify unclaimed property? Unclaimed property descri

Tip 5 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)