Unclaimed property in Michigan

5,282 records · $3,538,005 unclaimed · 406 cities

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Data current as of September 9, 2026 · official state programs

Browse unclaimed-property records associated with owner addresses in Michigan — including uncashed checks, dormant bank accounts, insurance payouts, and security deposits. A record may be held by a different state program; each result identifies the program where you should verify and claim it. Search your name below, browse by city, or read how to claim it.

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How to claim unclaimed property in Michigan

Claiming is free and there's no deadline. The process:

  1. Search your name for unclaimed property — and any former or maiden names — in records associated with Michigan addresses.
  2. Confirm a match is yours by checking the address, holder, and amount.
  3. Follow the result's claim link to the official state program holding that specific record.
  4. Receive your payment directly from the state — with no fee.

Go to Michigan's official unclaimed-property program →

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How Michigan's unclaimed property program works

Banks, employers, insurers, and other businesses in Michigan must hand over property they can't return to the owner after a dormancy period — typically one to five years. Michigan then safeguards it indefinitely and publishes the owner's name, which is what you search here. Learn more about how unclaimed property works and the types you might find.

Michigan unclaimed property FAQ

How do I find unclaimed money in Michigan?

Search your name — including any former or maiden name — in Michigan's records above. It's free. When you find a match, verify it and file your claim through Michigan's official unclaimed-property program.

Is there a deadline to claim unclaimed property in Michigan?

No. Michigan, like other states, holds unclaimed property indefinitely until the owner or their heirs claim it. There's no deadline, though it's best to claim promptly — some property, such as securities, can be sold by the state.

Is it free to claim unclaimed property in Michigan?

Yes. Searching here and claiming through Michigan's official program are both free. Be cautious of "finders" who charge a percentage to recover money you can claim yourself.

How much unclaimed property does Michigan have?

We currently hold 5,282 records worth $3,538,005 for owners in Michigan, across 406 cities — and the total grows as we load more data.

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