Finding extra cash in your coat or pants pocket is always a delight, but there are other hiding places where the rewards are higher. Many Americans are unaware of lost or forgotten assets. These assets could be anything from an old insurance policy to a refund or a lost paycheck. Finding and cashing in on these assets isn’t difficult, but may take some detective work to find.
Types of Forgotten Assets
There are a variety of types of assets one may be unaware of. Forgotten bank accounts and old insurance policies are the obvious ones. But a forgotten utility deposit or paycheck could also be lingering out there. Others include refunds for goods or services, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, certificates of deposit, contents of a safe deposit box, and others….