Leftover money after a foreclosure or tax sale pays the debts, costs, and liens required from that sale. Courts or counties hold the balance until an entitled party files a valid claim.
Yes. You can usually file with the court or county yourself. Working with us is optional.
No. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice. Complex matters may need an attorney in your state.
Fees are agreed in writing before any engagement and owed only if funds are recovered. Local rules can shape how assistance is structured.
No. Sale figures are not the same as an available balance, and outcomes depend on the official record.
Often the former owner of record, and in some cases heirs or an estate after a death. Eligibility turns on the sale type and the jurisdiction’s rules.
Yes. We research mortgage-foreclosure surplus and tax-sale excess proceeds where official records support a careful review.
It varies by county, court calendar, and whether heirs or competing claims are involved. Some matters resolve in weeks; others take longer.
Yes. Timelines differ by state and sale type. The clerk or county holding the funds can confirm the dates that apply to a specific case.
Heirs or an estate may still be able to claim, often with extra paperwork and sometimes probate. Requirements depend on the county and state.
Only with your okay for a specific contact. Research starts with public records; outreach and filings need your approval.
County, any case or sale number, property address if you have it, and how you are connected to the property. Please skip Social Security numbers and bank details in a first message.
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