Is a letter stating that we have unclaimed overpaid insurance premiums valid?
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Is a letter stating that we have unclaimed overpaid insurance premiums valid?
My husband and I received a letter from an attorney in another state claiming that we are owed $1000 for overpaid homeowner’s insurance from a house we previously owned. He says he can recover the money for a $200 fee, payable only after we receive the check. He asked for no personal information, only a notarized letter to prove we are the correct party. Could this be legitimate?
Asked on October 5, 2011 under General Practice, Arizona
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The letter may be legitimate, but you don't need to pay anyone to recover the $1000 overpayment. Check the AZ state government website for unclaimed property. Enter your name and see if you have any unclaimed property which was turned over to the state. If you do have unclaimed property, obtain the claim forms and any other required documents either from the website or by calling the unclaimed property department in AZ. The forms are easy to complete. Follow the instructions and you can receive a check for the amount of your unclaimed property without paying a 20% commission to someone in another state.
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