FLORIDA IS HOLDING $2 BILLION IN UNCLAIMED MONEY.
According to CFO Jimmy Patronis, one in five Florida residents has unclaimed funds waiting to be recovered. Think of it as a modern-day treasure hunt—one you can embark on right from your phone or computer. And it could give your bank account a welcome boost just in time for the holiday season.
The state of Florida currently holds over $2 billion in unclaimed property, waiting for its rightful owners to come forward. Of that, more than $835 million is in South Florida alone, including $503 million in Miami-Dade County, $319 million in Broward, and $13 million in Monroe, according to Patronis.
These unclaimed funds often stem from forgotten financial accounts, such as dormant bank accounts, unclaimed insurance payouts, stocks, refunds, or even abandoned safe deposit boxes.
Wondering if some of this money could be yours? It’s easy to find out—just visit fltreasurehunt.gov and enter your information to search the database. Claiming your funds is free.
"With more than $835 million in unclaimed property in the Miami area alone, now is the perfect time to check if you or your business have any unclaimed assets in Florida," Patronis said in a news release. "As the holiday season approaches, a little extra spending money could go a long way. This year has been challenging for many, and my goal is to spread some holiday cheer by helping Floridians reclaim money they may not know they have."
Since taking office in 2017, Patronis reports that the state has returned over $1 billion to residents, including $323 million just last year.
