Service
Surplus Funds Research & Verification
Before anyone signs anything, the facts have to be established. This is the research step: does surplus actually exist, how much of it is real, which office is holding it, what case created it, and who is in line to claim it.
We do this at no cost, and we tell you plainly when the answer is no. A clear no is more useful than an optimistic maybe.
Who this is for
- Anyone who received a letter or call about surplus funds and wants it verified
- Former owners and heirs who want facts before deciding on next steps
- Professionals checking a case before referring it
What we do
- Locate and read the foreclosure or tax sale file
- Confirm the sale price, payoffs, costs and the actual surplus balance
- Identify the custodian, the account and the reference number
- Identify claimants of record and any competing interests
- Report the claim window and the requirements that apply
What we typically need from you
- A property address, parcel number or case number is usually enough to start
- Your name as it appeared on title
Important to know
- Research findings reflect the records available at the time of the search; custodian balances can change.
- Verification is free and carries no obligation to proceed.
Free records search. No upfront fees — our fee is deducted only if and when funds are successfully recovered. Rules, eligibility and deadlines are set by each state and county.
Check your state's process
Who may claim, how long they have and which office holds the money changes by state.
Open the Surplus Recovery State GuideOther services
- Mortgage Foreclosure Surplus Funds Recovery
- Tax Foreclosure & Tax Sale Excess Proceeds Recovery
- HOA & Condo Foreclosure Surplus Recovery
- Estate & Heir Surplus Funds Recovery