Unclaimed Property Recovery · California
California May Owe
You Money —
Let's Get It Back
We find unclaimed property in your name, handle all the paperwork, and guide you through the claim. Zero upfront cost — ever.
$12B+
held by California
10%
only if we succeed
$0
upfront, always
The facts about unclaimed property in California
Source: California State Controller's Office, 2024 annual report
Why this happens
The state is holding money that legally belongs to you — and most people never know.
Banks, insurers, and employers are required by law to turn over dormant accounts.
When a bank account goes inactive for three years, an insurance policy goes uncashed, or a payroll check is never deposited, California law requires those companies to hand the funds over to the state for safekeeping. It isn't lost — it's waiting.
The problem is that the state's notification system is limited and the claims process is designed for bureaucrats, not ordinary people. Millions of Californians have no idea they have money waiting.
Heirs are especially at risk of missing what's rightfully theirs.
When a loved one passes away, their unclaimed property doesn't disappear — but finding and reclaiming it while settling an estate is another task no one prepares for. The paperwork is unfamiliar, the deadlines are real, and the process can stall for years.
We help heirs navigate every step — from locating the accounts to submitting the correct documentation to the State Controller's Office — so nothing is left behind.
How it works
We handle the work. You collect the money.
From first search to final check, our team manages every step on your behalf. No forms to figure out on your own, no government phone trees, no guesswork.
Our fee structure
10% contingency — collected only after you receive your money. If we don't find anything, you owe us nothing.
Free property search
We run your name — and your family's names — against the California State Controller's database and cross-reference county recorder filings and employer records. No charge, no commitment.
Claim preparation and filing
Once we identify property in your name, we prepare and submit the claim forms, gather supporting documentation, and correspond directly with the state on your behalf. You sign what needs signing — we handle everything else.
Follow-through until you're paid
The state's review process can take months. We monitor every open claim, respond to requests for additional documentation, and follow up until a check arrives in your mailbox. Our fee of 10% is only collected after you cash it.
Estate and heir representation
We work with executors and heirs to locate and claim property belonging to a deceased loved one. We understand probate timelines and coordinate with attorneys when needed. Nothing gets left behind.
From our clients
"I had no idea I had two old bank accounts with my name on them. ClaimWhat found them both, handled every piece of paperwork, and six months later I got a check for $4,200. I didn't lift a finger."
Margaret T.
Sacramento, CA — recovered $4,200
"My brother passed away with no will. ClaimWhat found an old pension account I didn't know existed and guided me through the entire heir claim process. Patient, professional, and thorough."
Robert V.
Fresno, CA — estate recovery
"I was skeptical — it sounded too good. But there was no fee upfront, so I had nothing to lose. They found a forgotten insurance policy from 1998. Real people, real results."
Linda C.
San Jose, CA — recovered $2,850
How we work
Three principles we don't compromise on.
No upfront fees — ever
Our 10% contingency means you take zero financial risk. We invest our time and resources in your claim. If we don't recover anything, you owe us nothing. There are no hidden fees, no monthly retainers, no surprise charges.
We are not a data broker
Your personal information is used solely to search for and claim your property. We don't sell your data, share it with third parties, or use it for any other purpose. We work for you — not advertisers.
A real person guides you through
You will have a dedicated contact who answers your questions by phone or email. No chatbots, no ticket queues. This process can feel unfamiliar — we're here to make it feel manageable.
Start here — free, no obligation
There may be money in your name right now.
We run your search at no cost. If we find property, we'll explain exactly what it is and what the recovery looks like — then you decide whether to proceed.
Request your free search
No credit card. No upfront fee. We contact you only to share what we find.