Search Chandler Unclaimed Money

Chandler residents can search for unclaimed money through Arizona's state database at no charge. The city does not maintain its own unclaimed property program. All lost funds from Chandler flow to the Arizona Department of Revenue. As a major tech hub with companies like Intel, Chandler has a large workforce that may have unclaimed wages and forgotten accounts waiting in the system.

How to Find Chandler Unclaimed Property

Go to missingmoney.com to start your search. Enter your name and pick Arizona from the dropdown. Results appear instantly. If there is a match, you see the holder name and type of funds. Dollar amounts stay hidden until you file a claim. The search is completely free. Run as many searches as you want.

Chandler is home to many tech workers who transfer between locations. If you have worked for Intel, PayPal, or other large employers and later moved, you might have unclaimed wages. Search under all addresses you have used. Someone who transferred from another state to Chandler should search both locations. Property reports based on the address you had when accounts went dormant.

Try maiden names, nicknames, and business names. The search is free and unlimited. Spelling errors are common in these databases. If your name is Jennifer, also try Jenny and Jen. Women should search all married names. Business owners need to check company names and trade names. Search for deceased relatives too since heirs can claim that property.

New property enters the database weekly. A search today might miss money that appears next month. Check back periodically to catch new entries. Property remains claimable for 35 years. Even old accounts from decades ago can still be claimed.

Types of Unclaimed Money in Chandler

Bank accounts make up a large share. Checking and savings accounts go dormant after three years without activity. CDs and money orders follow the same rule. People open accounts and forget about them when changing banks. Small balances get left behind. When addresses change and mail bounces back, the bank eventually turns the funds over to the state.

Uncashed checks are common in employment centers like Chandler. Payroll checks become unclaimed after one year. Stock options and bonuses that went uncashed can end up in the database too. Dividend payments and vendor checks round out the list. Commission payments, expense reimbursements, and severance checks all follow the same pattern.

Insurance proceeds and securities also flow to the state. Life insurance benefits go unclaimed when beneficiaries cannot be found. The policyholder dies and family never knew about the policy. These claims can be worth thousands of dollars. Retirement accounts and pension payments become unclaimed when heirs cannot be located. Stock shares get turned over when dividend checks repeatedly bounce back.

Utility deposits accumulate in the database. Electric, gas, and water companies hold deposits that customers never reclaim. When accounts close and the company cannot reach the former customer, those deposits become unclaimed. Security deposits from landlords work the same way. Safe deposit box contents get turned over after years of unpaid rent. Gift cards become state property after five years without use.

Filing Claims in Chandler

After finding property, file through ADOR. Four forms are available:

• Form 600A for original owners
• Form 600B for heirs
• Form 600C for businesses
• Form 600D for agents

Download at azdor.gov/forms/unclaimed-property-forms. Include photo ID and proof of your address. Old utility bills, tax returns, and bank statements help prove the address was yours. Make copies of everything before mailing your claim.

Heir claims require additional documents. You need the death certificate of the original owner. Proof of your relationship must be included. Birth certificates connect parents and children. Marriage certificates link spouses. Probate documents can assign property to specific heirs. When multiple heirs exist, all may need to sign or one person needs court authorization to claim for everyone.

Processing takes about 90 days. Simple claims with complete paperwork may move faster. Complex claims involving estates take longer to review. Payment arrives by mail within 30 days of approval. The state confirms receipt of your claim and sends a decision letter after review.

Avoiding Unclaimed Money Scams

Scammers target residents with fake offers. They ask for fees or bank information. Arizona never charges for searches or claims. The state does not require payment to release your money. If someone asks for money upfront, that is a scam. Real letters do not include dollar amounts. You only see how much property is worth after filing a claim.

The state does not cold call people about unclaimed property. Phone calls claiming you have money waiting are likely fraudulent. Emails asking for your bank account number or Social Security number are scams. Never share personal financial information with people who contact you unexpectedly.

Legitimate heir finding services do exist. They research unclaimed property and contact potential heirs for a fee. Their fees can reach 35% of the property value. You can file the same claim yourself at no cost. If someone contacts you about unclaimed money, verify the claim exists first by searching missingmoney.com. Call ADOR at (602) 364-0380 to verify any suspicious contact. Report fraud to the Arizona Attorney General at azag.gov/complaints/consumer.

Chandler and Maricopa County

Chandler is in Maricopa County. Regular unclaimed money goes through the state ADOR program, not the county.

Contact Information

For unclaimed property help, contact ADOR. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Phone: (602) 364-0380 or (877) 492-9957. Email: UnclaimedProperty@azdor.gov.

Mail claims to PO Box 29026, Phoenix, AZ 85038-9026.

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