Search Tucson Unclaimed Money

Tucson residents can search for unclaimed money through Arizona's state database at no cost. The city does not operate its own unclaimed property program. All lost funds from Tucson flow to the Arizona Department of Revenue in Phoenix. As Arizona's second largest city with over half a million people, Tucson has plenty of unclaimed property waiting to be found and claimed by rightful owners.

How to Find Tucson Unclaimed Property

Visit missingmoney.com to start your search. This is Arizona's official unclaimed property portal. Type in your name and pick Arizona from the dropdown. Results show up right away. 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 costs nothing. You can check as many names as you want.

Tucson is home to the University of Arizona. If you attended school there years ago, you might have left behind a deposit or final paycheck. Students who graduated and moved away are prime candidates for unclaimed property. Search under any addresses you used while living in Tucson. Dorm addresses, apartment addresses, and family homes all count. Property reports based on the address you used when the account went dormant.

Try different name variations. Maiden names matter. Nicknames and business names can have funds attached. The search is free with no limits. Someone named William should also try Bill, Will, and Billy. Women should search all married names they have used. Business owners need to check company names and any trade names they registered with the state.

If you lived elsewhere before or after Tucson, search those states too. Each state runs its own unclaimed property program. Someone who moved from California to Tucson should check both databases. New property enters the system constantly as businesses report dormant accounts. Search periodically to catch new entries.

Types of Unclaimed Money in Tucson

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. If you had an account in Tucson and later moved, those funds may be in the state database now. Even small balances of $10 or $20 get reported. Banks try to contact customers before turning accounts over, but mail bounces back when addresses change.

Uncashed checks pile up fast. Payroll checks become unclaimed after one year. Workers who left jobs at the university, hospitals, or other major employers may have old wages waiting. Refund checks, dividend payments, and vendor checks end up in the system too. Insurance claim payments get lost when people move. Tax refund checks bounce back when addresses are wrong.

Life insurance is another big source. When beneficiaries cannot be found, those funds go to the state. Tucson has a large retiree population, and many policies go unclaimed over time. The policyholder dies and the beneficiary never knew about the coverage. These claims can be worth thousands of dollars. Retirement accounts and pension payments become unclaimed when heirs cannot be located.

Securities like stocks and bonds become unclaimed when companies lose contact with shareholders. Dividend checks that bounce back lead to the shares being turned over. Safe deposit box contents and utility deposits round out the list. Electric, gas, and water deposits get turned over when companies cannot find former customers. Phone and cable deposits work the same way.

Filing Claims in Tucson

After finding your property online, file a claim through ADOR. Arizona uses four forms:

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

Download forms at azdor.gov/forms/unclaimed-property-forms. Include photo ID and documents proving your connection to the reported address. Tax returns, utility bills, and bank statements all work well.

Heir claims need a certified death certificate, proof of relationship, and will documents. Processing takes about 90 days. Payment arrives by mail within 30 days of approval.

Note: The ADOR office is in Phoenix, but you can mail claims or call for help without traveling.

Avoiding Unclaimed Money Scams

Scammers target Tucson residents with fake offers. They send letters claiming to have found your money and ask for fees. This is fraud. Arizona never charges for searches or claims. ADOR will never ask for credit card or bank information. The state does not require payment to release your property.

Real letters do not include dollar amounts. If someone tells you exactly how much you have, hang up. That is a red flag. The state does not cold call people about unclaimed money. Emails asking for your Social Security number or bank account are always scams. Never share personal financial information with someone who contacts you out of the blue.

Legitimate heir finding services do exist. These companies research unclaimed property and contact potential owners for a fee. Their fees can reach 35% of the claim value. You can file the same claim yourself for free by going directly to the state. If anyone contacts you about unclaimed money, verify the property exists first on missingmoney.com. Call the official ADOR number at (602) 364-0380 to verify any letter or contact. Report fraud to the Arizona Attorney General at azag.gov/complaints/consumer.

Tucson and Pima County

Tucson is the county seat of Pima County. The county treasurer handles property taxes and excess proceeds from tax lien sales, but regular unclaimed money goes through the state. Contact the Pima County Treasurer at (520) 724-8341 for questions about tax liens only.

Contact Information

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

Mail claims to PO Box 29026, Phoenix, AZ 85038-9026. Walk-in service at 1600 W. Monroe Street in Phoenix.

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