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Straightforward, no-pressure information on California unclaimed property — how to check what you are owed, what to do if you received a letter, and how the recovery process actually works.
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Essential Guides
If you just received a letter or you are wondering whether a recovery service is trustworthy, start with these two.
I Got a Letter About Unclaimed Property: What to Do Next
Got a letter in the mail about unclaimed property? Here is how to tell whether it is real, how to spot a scam, and exactly what to do next.
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The industry is state-regulated, but not every operator is trustworthy. Eight questions to ask before you sign anything, plus the red flags to watch for.
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New articles on California unclaimed property, heir and estate claims, scams to avoid, and the SCO claims process are published here regularly.
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