4 Tips to Find Unclaimed Money There is no central source to look for unclaimed money from the government that might be owed to you. While it can sometimes be hard to know where to start, this tool offers free, official sources of information to help you find your way: N S W 1 Search for unclaimed money and property in states where you have lived 2 Check for unclaimed funds from bank failures or unclaimed deposits from credit union closures E 3 Search for unclaimed or undelivered tax refunds or a refund from an FHA-insured mortgage 4 Check for unclaimed back wages, pension money, or life insurance funds Don't fall for scams from people who pretend to be from the government and offer to send you unclaimed money for a fee. Government agencies will not call you about unclaimed money or assets. Brought to you by