Louisville Unclaimed Property Roadshow: Dates, Locations and How to Claim Lost Money
Kentucky residents may have unclaimed money waiting for them, including old bank accounts, uncashed checks and forgotten insurance policies.
The Kentucky State Treasurer’s Office says more than $134 million in unclaimed property is connected to Louisville residents. Officials will host two free events in Jefferson County to help residents search for and claim the money.
Louisville roadshow dates and locations
Wednesday, October 7
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Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Location: Jefferson County Clerk’s Dixie Highway branch.
Thursday, October 8
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Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Location: Jefferson County Clerk’s East Branch on Shelbyville Road.
Treasury staff will help visitors search the state database, learn whether they have unclaimed property and understand how to file a claim.
What is unclaimed property?
Kentucky unclaimed property can include:
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Old bank accounts.
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Uncashed payroll or vendor checks.
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Forgotten life insurance policies.
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Safe-deposit box contents.
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Stocks and other financial assets.
Banks and other businesses generally transfer property to the state after it remains inactive for a required period, often about three years. The Kentucky Treasury holds the money until the rightful owner claims it.
Worth reading: The State By State Guide to Unclaimed Assets
Can you claim money for a deceased relative?
Yes. Residents can search for unclaimed property connected to a deceased family member. However, heirs may need to provide documents proving their relationship and legal right to claim the funds.
You can search for your own name, a former name, a business name or a deceased relative’s name.
How to search online
If you cannot attend the Louisville events, use the Kentucky State Treasurer’s official unclaimed property search.
Kentucky also directs residents to MissingMoney.com, where you can search participating states for free.
Do not pay a private company to search the database. The official Kentucky search service is free.
Need help with a claim?
For assistance, contact the Kentucky Unclaimed Property Division at 800-465-4722.
Bottom line
The Louisville Unclaimed Property Roadshow will be held October 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents can search for forgotten money, including old checks, bank accounts and insurance funds.
More than $134 million is reportedly connected to Louisville residents, so checking your name, and the names of deceased relatives, could be worthwhile.
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