It is our mission to reunite individuals and companies with their rightful lost or forgotten assets
Why am I being contacted about lost finances?
As refund specialists, we reach out to individuals to assist in reclaiming lost funds. We’ve contacted you because we believe you may have unclaimed funds. Many people are unaware that money is waiting for them, making it a pleasant surprise to discover funds owed to them that they were not aware of, or that have been lost or forgotten.
Why am I being contacted about lost finances?
As refund specialists, we reach out to individuals to assist in reclaiming lost funds. We’ve contacted you because we believe you may have unclaimed funds. Many people are unaware that money is waiting for them, making it a pleasant surprise to discover funds owed to them that they were not aware of, or that have been lost or forgotten.
Are we licensed consultants?
We’re pleased to share that our team is highly skilled, extensively trained, and holds valid licenses from the foremost authority in the Unclaimed Money Refund sector.
Are we licensed consultants?
We are pleased to share that our team is highly skilled, extensively trained, and hold valid licenses from the foremost authority in the Unclaimed Money Refund sector.
What constitutes lost and unclaimed money?
Changes such as address, name, employer, or relocation can cause individuals and companies to lose track of their money, leading to oversights. When financial institutions are unable to locate the owner, the money is deemed “lost” and typically transferred to a government trust account where it remains unclaimed. If owners fail to step forward, the money eventually becomes government revenue. Each state in New Zealand and Australia has its own specific laws and institutions governing lost funds, which can complicate the claiming process. Errors in the initial claim can delay the return process, underscoring the importance of submitting an accurate claim from the outset.
What constitutes lost and unclaimed money?
Changes such as address, name, employer, or relocation can cause individuals and companies to lose track of their money, leading to oversights. When financial institutions are unable to locate the owner, the money is deemed “lost” and typically transferred to a government trust account where it remains unclaimed. If owners fail to step forward, the money eventually becomes government revenue. Each state in New Zealand and Australia has its own specific laws and institutions governing lost funds, which can complicate the claiming process. Errors in the initial claim can delay the return process, underscoring the importance of submitting an accurate claim from the outset.
WHO WE HELP
Individuals
Corporate & Business
Government & Charities
How will my money be returned?
Our refund experts specialise in locating unclaimed funds for individuals and companies in New Zealand and Australia who have lost track of their money. We start by verifying the identity of the rightful owner(s) and then oversee the claims process, managing documentation, preparation, and submission on their behalf.
What are the consequences of not claiming?
Simply put, unclaimed funds typically end up in a government trust account where they remain unclaimed. Depending on the authority, after a specific period, the money is transferred to the government’s consolidated revenue fund. In essence, the government takes possession, and the funds become inaccessible.
How do millions of dollars get misplaced every year?
Every day, individuals and businesses inadvertently leave funds in financial institutions, insurance companies, and government authorities. It’s natural for people to forget, and even meticulous record-keeping can sometimes have gaps. As improbable as it may seem, this happens frequently. It’s estimated that one in three individuals actually have money owed to them without their awareness. The most common reasons for money being lost include:
Overseas Move
Perhaps you forgot about a deposit? (It’s more common than you think.) Many people move overseas and forget to notify or change their details with their service providers.
Oversight
People forget about their investments all the time. Maybe you invested in some shares when you were 20 and forgot all about them, this is quite common.
Moved House
Perhaps you moved house and may have forgotten to update your new contact details to the relevant organisation and they were unable to contact you or your new address may not have been updated correctly.
WHAT KEEPS US IN CHECK!
WHAT LAWS DO YOU HAVE TO ABIDE BY?
There are many laws in place that protect you as a consumer and your lost money. It is an offence under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 to give false or misleading information or documentation. This means that we are bound by law to ensure that we undertake correct procedures. It also means that we are bound by law to promptly refund your funds into your preferred bank account or by cheque.
HOW DO WE STAY UP TO DATE?
We are trained through Create, they serve as a third party validating our claim as refund professionals. We are frequently updated with industry information which keeps our knowledge and training relevant so you can be sure you are putting your trust in the hands of up-to-date industry experts.
The Unclaimed Money Association is the peak body for the Unclaimed Money Industry. The Unclaimed Money Association provides the industry, agents, government and the public with proper representation, information and education. The Unclaimed Money Association provides industry guidelines for service providers to best practice in the unclaimed money industry.