We Work Directly With the County

Our team is licensed and works in direct coordination with the county to assist individuals with the proper filing and processing of claims. We maintain direct communication with county offices to obtain verified information and status updates, allowing us to effectively manage each claim from initiation through resolution.

No upfront Cost

We are committed to delivering our services without requiring any upfront payment from our clients. Our firm operates on a contingency fee basis, meaning compensation is earned ONLY if funds are successfully recovered on your behalf. If no recovery is made, no fee is owed.

We Cover All Legal Fees

We recognize that potential legal expenses may be a concern when pursuing unclaimed funds. To help minimize that burden, we manage and cover applicable legal costs associated with the claim. Our team of licensed attorneys across the country are engaged to address specific legal aspects of the process. This ensures that each claim is handled professionally and in compliance with applicable laws and procedures, providing clients with clarity and confidence throughout the process.

Review of Public County Records

To facilitate an efficient claims process, we routinely review publicly available records maintained by county treasury and finance departments. By carefully analyzing this information, we are able to recognize individuals who may be eligible to file a claim.

Dedicated Research Specialists

At Legacy Asset Recovery Group, our team conducts thorough research to identify individuals who may be entitled to unclaimed funds. When a potential claimant is identified, we make contact to provide clear information about the claims process and explain how we may assist with preparing and submitting the necessary documentation.

What Occurs Following a Foreclosure

In the event of a tax deed or mortgage foreclosure, the property may be sold at a public foreclosure auction due to unpaid property taxes or a mortgage default. The opening bid typically reflects the amount owed, which may include outstanding taxes, the remaining mortgage balance, interest, and applicable costs.

In some cases, the property sells for more than the amount required to satisfy the debt. When this occurs, any excess proceeds—after all legally required obligations are paid—may be payable to the former property owner.

The county typically issues surplus funds notification letters to the last address on record. In some cases, if the address is outdated or no longer valid, the intended recipient may not receive the notification.

Our role is to assist you with the preparation and submission of your surplus funds claim. We communicate with the appropriate county offices as part of the standard claims process and help guide you through each required step to pursue recovery of eligible funds.

We do not charge any upfront fees. Our compensation is based on a contingency arrangement, meaning a fee is earned only if funds are successfully recovered on your behalf.

Unclaimed State Funds

Unclaimed state funds is money that has been turned over to the state after remaining inactive or unclaimed for a period of time. Many individuals are unaware that money may be owed to them.

When bank accounts, safe deposit boxes, uncashed checks, money orders, insurance proceeds, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, trust funds, royalties, or escrow balances remain dormant, financial institutions are required to report and transfer those assets to the state treasury.

We assist individuals with the process of filing claims to recover these unclaimed funds.

There are NO upfront fees, and we manage the entire filing process on your behalf.

How it Works

At Legacy Asset Recovery Group, We manage the complete claims process — including research, document preparation, required filings, and ongoing follow-up — so you don’t have to navigate the complexities yourself. Our team works diligently to pursue surplus funds on your behalf with efficiency and professionalism. Contact us today to begin your claim review and determine your eligibility.

  • When a property is sold at a county auction, any surplus funds remaining after outstanding debts—such as taxes or mortgage balances—are typically owed to the former owner or their heirs. We review official county records to identify individuals who may be entitled to recover these funds.

  • After identifying potential claimants, our team conducts thorough research to locate the rightful individuals or their heirs. Once contact is made, we provide a clear service agreement to begin the process of pursuing recovery of the surplus funds.

  • To support a smooth claims process, we conduct a detailed review of the property’s title records. This allows us to identify any outstanding liens or encumbrances that may need to be addressed as part of the recovery process.

  • Before moving forward, we verify that surplus funds are available and eligible for release. This ensures the rightful owner or heirs can proceed with confidence in the claims process.

  • Our experienced team prepares all required documentation for the claim and manages the filing process from start to finish. We also cover the associated filing costs, ensuring there are no upfront expenses for our clients.

  • Once the required documentation is completed, we coordinate the notarization of all necessary forms to properly validate the claim. We then submit the claim to the appropriate county or state agency on our clients’ behalf.

  • After the claim is submitted, we continue to monitor its progress and communicate with the appropriate county or state agency as needed. Throughout this stage, we provide updates and keep our clients informed until the claim is finalized and funds are disbursed.

  • Our experience and attention to detail help ensure the claim is handled properly from start to finish. Once the surplus funds are released to the rightful owner or heirs, our agreed-upon contingency fee is applied in accordance with the service agreement.