Friday, February 29, 2008

The Government Owes You Money


Never thought you would hear that, did you? You would be amazed at how much money is sitting around waiting to be claimed. According to reports, state agencies across the U.S. may be holding over $8 billion dollars in abandoned money. There are many places to start looking for gold.

  • Most state agencies have websites with searchable databases. Begin at www.unclaimed.org and click on your state.
  • The IRS has refunds waiting. Contact the IRS toll-free hotline at 800-829-1040 and talk to a customer service representative.
  • The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation has unclaimed pension funds. Contact Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, 800-400-7242; www.pbgc.gov
  • HUD/FHA insured mortgages offer a refund on part of your insurance premiums for
    those that meet certain requirements. To learn more contact U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 800-697-6967; http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/comp/refunds/index.cfm

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