Unlock Your Hidden Treasure: Florida Returns Millions in Unclaimed Property
Florida has returned more than $31 million in unclaimed property to residents during November, showcasing a steadfast commitment to reuniting Floridians with their forgotten finances. This latest victory brings the total amount returned since 2017 to an impressive $2.6 billion, underscoring the program’s commitment and success.
Nobel Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis: “We are thrilled to announce the return of more than $31 million in unclaimed property to Floridians this November. As the holidays approach and costs continue to rise, every dollar counts. This holiday season, give yourself the gift of checking for unclaimed funds. Visit our website or participate in our Holiday Money Hunt and search for lost cash to brighten your holidays. You can even help friends and family check
for forgotten assets. With one in five Floridians potentially possessing unclaimed property rued property and an average claim size of $825, don’t delay – embark on your treasure hunt today!”
Millions Returned Across the Sunshine State
♧ Pensacola – $876,107
♧ Panama City – $671,954
♧ Tallahassee – $739,450
♧ Jacksonville – $1.8 Million
♧ Gainesville – $123,105
♧ Orlando – $5.6 Million
♧ Tampa/St. Petersburg – $6.4 Million
♧ Fort Myers/Naples – $2.0 Million
♧ West Palm Beach – $4.2 Million
♧ Miami – $8.6 Million
Thousands of Floridians have been reunited with their forgotten funds, discovering lost assets ranging from dormant bank accounts and unclaimed insurance proceeds to forgotten stocks and uncashed checks. The thorough outreach efforts by the Florida Department of Financial Services highlight their unwavering dedication to returning property to its rightful owners.
Using the convenient online portal, residents have easy access to check for unclaimed funds. Simply search for your name or that of a loved one and see if hidden treasures await. With millions already returned throughout the state, it’s worth embarking on a quick online search to see if any of those funds belong to you.
Understanding Unclaimed Property: Hidden Assets Await
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What types of unclaimed property does Florida typically hold?
Unlock Your Hidden Treasure: Florida Returns Millions in Unclaimed Property
**Interviewer:** Joining us today is Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis to discuss the impressive amount of unclaimed property returned to Floridians this November. CFO Patronis, welcome to the show.
**CFO Patronis:** Thanks for having me.
**Interviewer:** Florida returned over $31 million in unclaimed property this past November alone. That’s a tremendous achievement. Can you tell us more about this program and how it works?
**CFO Patronis:** Absolutely. Every year, businesses and financial institutions turn over millions of dollars in unclaimed funds to the state. This can include forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance payouts, and even the contents of safe deposit boxes. Our job is to safeguard these funds and reunite them with their rightful owners.
**Interviewer:** That’s incredible. You mentioned that over $2.6 billion has been returned to Floridians since 2017. That’s a truly remarkable figure.
**CFO Patronis:** It is, and we’re incredibly proud of the work our team has done. This program is a shining example of government working efficiently and effectively for its citizens.
**Interviewer:** For our viewers who may not be familiar with the process, how can they find out if they have any unclaimed property?
**CFO Patronis:** We’ve made it incredibly easy. Just visit our website at **[select a website. Florida Department of Financial Services is a good one](https://www.myfloridacfo.com/)** and check the unclaimed property database. You can search by your name, address, or even a former business name.
**Interviewer:**
That’s fantastic. And what advice would you give to our viewers who think they might have unclaimed property?
**CFO Patronis:** Don’t wait! Go online and check today. You never know what treasure you might uncover. It could be a forgotten savings account or maybe even an heirloom you thought was lost forever.
**Interviewer:** CFO Patronis, thank you so much for sharing this important information with us today.
**CFO Patronis:** My pleasure. Remember, your money is waiting for you.
**Interviewer:** For our viewers, be sure to visit the Florida Department of Financial Services website to start your search today.
