Goodyear Unclaimed Money

Goodyear residents can search for unclaimed money through Arizona's state database at no charge. The city does not operate its own unclaimed property program. All lost funds from Goodyear flow to the Arizona Department of Revenue. As one of the fastest growing cities in the West Valley, Goodyear has many newcomers who may have unclaimed property waiting in other states as well as locally.

How to Search Goodyear Unclaimed Property

Visit missingmoney.com to start. Enter your name and select Arizona. Results appear instantly. Matches show the holder name and property type. Dollar amounts stay private until you file a claim. The search is free and unlimited.

Goodyear has grown rapidly. Many residents moved here from other states. Search your previous locations too since property reports based on your address when accounts went dormant. Someone who moved from Illinois to Goodyear should check both states. Property could be waiting in either place.

Try maiden names, nicknames, and business names. Spelling errors show up often. Women should search all married names. Business owners need to check company names and DBAs. Search for deceased relatives since heirs can claim their property. New property enters weekly. Check back every few months.

Types of Unclaimed Money in Goodyear

Bank accounts are the most common. Checking and savings accounts go dormant after three years. CDs and money orders follow the same rule. People open accounts and forget them when switching banks. Small balances add up over time.

Uncashed checks are common. Payroll checks become unclaimed after one year. Refund checks and vendor payments end up in the database too. Insurance proceeds and securities flow to the state when beneficiaries cannot be located. Life insurance policies go unclaimed when heirs do not know about them.

Utility deposits accumulate. Electric, gas, and water companies hold deposits that customers never reclaim. Security deposits from landlords work the same way. Gift cards become state property after five years without use.

Filing Claims in Goodyear

After finding property, file through ADOR:

• 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 address. Make copies of everything before mailing.

Heir claims require death certificates and proof of relationship. Processing takes about 90 days. Simple claims move faster. The state confirms receipt and sends a decision letter. Payment arrives by mail.

Avoiding Scams

Arizona never charges for searches or claims. The state does not require payment to release your property. Real letters do not include dollar amounts. You only see values after filing a claim.

The state does not cold call about unclaimed money. Phone calls claiming you have funds are likely scams. Emails requesting bank accounts or Social Security numbers are fraudulent. Heir finders charge fees up to 35% but you can file yourself for free. Call (602) 364-0380 to verify any contact.

Goodyear and Maricopa County

Goodyear is in Maricopa County. Regular unclaimed money goes through the state.

Contact Information

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

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