New York is holding billions of dollars in unclaimed funds, and some of that money could belong to you.
Every year, the New York State Comptroller’s Office works to return money that has gone unclaimed after banks, insurance companies, utilities, businesses and other organizations lose contact with account holders. But it’s up to individuals to search for their money and file a claim.
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Why does money become unclaimed?
Money becomes unclaimed when a business or financial institution can no longer locate the rightful owner…