A finder who charges you may need to be a licensed private investigator: ask the clerk.
There may be a fee limit: ask the clerk.
No one may sign you up before the 730th day (2 years) after the money is handed to the state.
Any deal must be in writing and notarised.
You never need to pay anyone to file.
Ask the clerk for the deadline.
Checklist: Utah, unclaimed property the state holds
Who holds it: Utah State Treasurer, Unclaimed Property Division
How long: No deadline. Held forever for owners or heirs.
How you claim: Search mycash.utah.gov and file a claim with proof of identity, SSN and address. Some owners owed $2,000 or less are paid automatically (MyCash Now).
Your deadline: ____________ (confirm it with the clerk)
Steps
Search your name at mycash.utah.gov (at least once a year).
File a claim online.
Submit ID, SSN proof and address proof.
Choose free payment by paper check or standard bank transfer.
Documents
Clear copy of official photo ID, or a notarized claim form
Proof of Social Security number
Proof you or the owner lived or received mail at the listed address
What it costs you
free by paper check or standard bank transfer (instant payment options carry a fee)
If someone offers to do it for you
A finder who charges you may need to be a licensed private investigator: ask the clerk.
There may be a fee limit: ask the clerk.
No one may sign you up before the 730th day (2 years) after the money is handed to the state.