Every year, thousands of dollars go unclaimed in government accounts. Unclaimed by who? You, the citizens of Collier County. For some, these funds could provide a financial boost—if only you knew they existed.
Unclaimed funds are funds considered abandoned after a certain period. Government entities are legally required to hand over these unclaimed funds to state treasuries to safeguard them. The good news is we provide all the resources to help you find and claim these funds on our website CollierClerk.com. Before you start searching, here are a few tips:
- When entering your name, keep your entry short as less is better to maximize your results.
- If your name has ever changed, be sure to search all legal names, current and past.
- If you’re a business owner, search your business name as well.
The process for claiming unclaimed funds is straightforward. Once verified, you will receive a check or deposit for the funds. Be cautious of scams, a legitimate government agency will not charge a fee to process unclaimed monies. We continually receive new unclaimed funds, so if your search yields no results today, it’s worth revisiting periodically. Government unclaimed funds lists are a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. With a little searching, you might uncover a financial windfall you didn’t even know you had. Take the time to explore resources on our website CollierClerk.com and start searching all three lists today—it could pay off in ways you never expected!