Frequently Asked Questions (Georgia Unclaimed Property) (Visit this site)

Owners

1. If I want to research the names of friends and family, do I have to purchase the list?

2. Should I send money to this company to assist me in locating unclaimed property?

3. Can I get a copy of Georgia's Unclaimed Property List?

4. Should I do business with an asset recovery service in order to claim my property?

5. How do I find out about unclaimed U.S. Savings Bonds?

6. How does property become "unclaimed property?"

7. Can I find out about my unclaimed income tax refund with the Unclaimed Property Section?

8. Inquiries About Real Estate

9. FHA/VA Loan Information

Holders

Are holders required to file negative reports?

What are the requirements for holders to file information electronically?

Finders or Locators

1. How do I start an asset recovery service?

2. Does Georgia have a list of unclaimed property owners available for purchase?

3. Can the Unclaimed Property Section provide me with the dollar value, last known address and claim status of accounts that I may be interested in?

4. If the list is only updated once a year, how will I know if an account is still available for claim?

5. Are there any laws regarding asset recovery services in Georgia?

6. If I find an owner, what is the next step?

7. What information will I need to complete the claim form?

8. What happens after the claim form is submitted to your office?

9. Will the state notify me when the check is mailed to the claimant?

10. Can the check be made payable to me?

11. Will the State issue a separate check to me?

12. What assurances do I have that I will get my fee once the claimant receives payment?

13. Must I obtain a private investigators license to locate owners in Georgia?

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Added: Wed Jun 14 2006
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