Fraud Prevention and Verification
How to Verify an Unclaimed-Property Notice
Before sharing personal information or signing anything, verify the record independently. Here is a step-by-step guide.
Published July 22, 2026 · By Recover My PropertyReviewed for accuracy. Last updated July 22, 2026.
If you received a notice about unclaimed property, you should verify the record independently before sharing personal information or signing anything. Here is how.
Step 1: Search official state databases
Each U.S. state maintains a free, publicly searchable unclaimed-property database. The National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) operates a centralized search portal at MissingMoney.com. You can also search directly at Unclaimed.org, which links to each state's official program.
Search using your name, any former names, and prior addresses. If the property belongs to a deceased relative or a business, search under those names as well.
Step 2: Verify the company
If the notice came from Recover My Property, confirm our identity:
- We are a DBA of National Asset Recovery Group
- Toll-free: (844) 3-ASSETS (844-327-7387)
- Local: (949) 436-7676
- Email: info@nationalarg.com
Visit our Trust and Verification page for full company details.
Step 3: Protect your information
Do not send full Social Security numbers, bank account credentials, or other highly sensitive information through ordinary email. A legitimate recovery service will provide a secure channel for document submission after initial contact.
Red flags
- Anyone who guarantees recovery or pressures you to act immediately
- Requests for bank passwords or full Social Security numbers by email
- Demands for upfront payment before any work is done
- Claims of government affiliation
Recovery is not guaranteed. Property owners may be able to file claims directly with the state program without hiring a recovery service. Learn more on our Trust and Verification page.
This article provides general educational information and is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Recover My Property is a DBA of National Asset Recovery Group and is not a government agency.
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