Should I claim the unclaimed funds ??

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Should I claim the unclaimed funds ??

Hello, my mom passed in 2012, there are 4 claims at the unclaimed funds site.
I have mailed away to the county where she passed and requested a search on her
name, nothing has been filed in the probate court as of today.
What if anything will I be liable for repayment of any kind????
There are 3 other children I am listing on the claim forms as heirs. How does
this all work if I do file? Why would this money still be sitting there after 4
years??
Thank you for your time have an awesome day

Asked on May 12, 2016 under Estate Planning, Minnesota

Answers:

S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

You are not liable for repayment regarding the unclaimed funds.
The funds have been sitting there because after a certain period of time, which varies from state to state,the unclaimed funds are sent to the state.
Since you have listed four heirs counting yourself, each heir will receive 1/4 of the unclaimed funds.


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