7 Things to know: When searching for Unclaimed Funds

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Here are 7 tips to be aware of while looking for unclaimed funds.

1. NEVER pay to find unclaimed funds. NEVER. There are fee-based databases on the web. There is no reason to use them when you can easily do the same work on FREE online databases: NY: https://ouf.osc.state.ny.us/ouf/, NJ: http://www.unclaimedproperty.nj.gov/, Conn: http://www.ctbiglist.com/

2. Search your own name and, if applicable, search your maiden name(s).

3. Start the search by inputting your last name, with only your first initial. Your first name might spelled incorrectly or differently.

4. Search the database for relatives or friends, alive or dead.

5. Gather documentation (social security number(s) of the person, proof of former addresses, or copies of wills or trust documents).

6. If you've lived in other states, go on: www.unclaimed.org to find if you have money there.

7. Input and search businesses you or your family members may have been affiliated with.

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