Did your Connecticut property sell at tax sale or foreclosure? Check to see if you are owed surplus funds. You may be entitled to surplus funds and don't even know it.
Surplus funds are the remaining proceeds from a property sold at tax sale or foreclosure after all debts and taxes have been paid.
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In Connecticut, properties sometimes sell for more than the amount owed. When this happens, the extra money — known as surplus funds or excess proceeds — may legally belong to the former property owner or their heirs
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Each year, millions of dollars in surplus funds go unclaimed because property owners and heirs are unaware that they may be entitled to this money.
Connecticut Tax Sale Timeline
1. Property Sold at Tax Sale
A property is sold to recover unpaid taxes.
2. Surplus Funds May Exist
If the property sells for more than the taxes owed, surplus funds may remain.
3. Claim Period Begins
Former owners or heirs may have the right to claim the remaining funds.
4. Funds May Transfer To The State
If unclaimed, the funds may eventually be transferred as unclaimed property.
Who Can Claim Surplus Funds In Connecticut
Surplus funds can be claimed by:
Former property owners
Heirs of deceased property owners
Estate Representatives
Individuals with legal ownership interest in the property
If the property owner has passed away, heirs may still be able to recover surplus funds with the proper documentation
Check If Surplus Funds Are Available
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Thomas Overage Solutions assists property owners and heirs throughout Connecticut including Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, Stamford, Waterbury, Norwich, and surrounding communities.
