How do I claim my property?
- Find your unclaimed property on ClaimItTexas.org.
- Create a claim online and provide supporting documentation if required.
- We'll evaluate the documentation and:
- If needed, request additional documentation to identify rightful owner.
- If documentation does not prove ownership, deny the claim.
- If the claim is approved, then…
If it is a safe box:
- Items are returned to the owner.
- If the items were sold at auction, the State of Texas writes you a check for the proceeds.
If it is money:
The State of Texas writes you a check.
If it is stock:
- Shares are transferred back to the owner (or heir).
- If shares were sold or dividends collected, the State of Texas writes you a check for the proceeds.
How did the Comptroller Get My Property?
- A business or bank identifies money or property belonging to someone they are unable to contact.
- The business or bank holds the property for at least one year.
- If there are no claims or activity on the account, the property is transferred to the Comptroller.
If it is a safe box:
- The name of the box's owner is listed online, but there is no dollar amount shown.
- Items not claimed after one year are put up for auction.
If it is money:
Money is posted by account owner name online, and will show the dollar amount.
If it is stock:
- The name of the stock owner is listed online, but there is no dollar amount shown.
- Stocks may often be sold.
- Any dividends collected are added to the account.