Deerfield Beach Unclaimed Money

Unclaimed money tied to Deerfield Beach could belong to you or a family member. The state of Florida holds lost funds from bank accounts that went dormant, checks that were never picked up, old insurance payments, and other financial assets connected to Deerfield Beach addresses. The City of Deerfield Beach is a coastal community in northern Broward County with a population of about 90,500. Searching for unclaimed money is free and takes just a few minutes through the state website. A quick search is all you need to find out if the state has money with your name on it.

Searching for Unclaimed Money in Deerfield Beach

The Florida Treasure Hunt search tool is the best place to start. It is the official state database. The Florida Department of Financial Services runs it, and it costs nothing. Type in your name and the system checks every unclaimed account on file, including those connected to Deerfield Beach addresses. The tool is available around the clock.

Use all names you have ever gone by. Maiden names work. Former married names work too. If you had a business in Deerfield Beach, search under that name. Misspellings are common in financial records, so try variations and short forms. A lot of Deerfield Beach unclaimed money sits in the system because the name on file does not quite match the search.

Deerfield Beach sits right on the border with Palm Beach County. Residents near the border sometimes have accounts tied to both counties. Searching under your Deerfield Beach address covers the Broward County side, but you should also think about any connections to Boca Raton or other nearby Palm Beach County cities. The more thorough your search, the better your chances.

Where Deerfield Beach Unclaimed Money Comes From

Chapter 717, Florida Statutes requires businesses and agencies to turn over money they cannot return to the owner. Bank accounts with no activity for five years get reported. Uncashed paychecks go after one year. Insurance payouts, stock dividends, utility deposits, and safe deposit box contents follow set dormancy periods.

Deerfield Beach has a large retiree population alongside younger families. Retirees sometimes lose track of old accounts, especially after moving from another state. Insurance benefits from former employers, pension payments, and annuity refunds can all become unclaimed when addresses change. Seasonal residents who split time between Deerfield Beach and another state are another common source. Accounts tied to their Deerfield Beach address may go dormant while they are away.

Court-related funds add to the total. The Broward County Clerk of Courts holds bond money, lawsuit deposits, and surplus from tax deed sales on Deerfield Beach properties.

Note: Deerfield Beach residents who moved to Florida from another state should search both the Florida database and their former state's unclaimed property site for the most complete results.

Broward County Clerk and Deerfield Beach

Deerfield Beach is part of Broward County. The Broward County Clerk of Courts handles all court-held funds for the city. This includes bond refunds, court registry deposits, and surplus from tax deed and foreclosure sales. When a Deerfield Beach property sells at a tax deed auction for more than the amount owed, the surplus belongs to the former owner.

Former Deerfield Beach property owners should check for surplus money. The Clerk holds those funds before eventually transferring them to the state. You can contact the office to ask about money tied to any Deerfield Beach court case.

The Clerk's office is in Fort Lauderdale. Deerfield Beach residents can call ahead to check on specific case funds before driving south.

How to Claim Deerfield Beach Unclaimed Money

If you find a match, claiming it is straightforward. The Florida Treasure Hunt website walks you through each step. Complete the claim form and submit your documents. A government-issued photo ID is required. If the address on your ID does not match your current one, add a utility bill or bank statement that proves where you live.

Proof is the most important part. The same name alone will not get your claim approved. The state receives claims from people with matching names for the same account more than you might expect. Old bank statements, insurance documents, pay stubs, or tax records that link you to the specific Deerfield Beach account will support your case. For money from a deceased person, provide a certified death certificate and proof you are the rightful heir. Claims take up to 90 days, though many go faster.

Deerfield Beach City Website

The City of Deerfield Beach website provides local government services and information for residents.

The city does not run its own unclaimed property database. But the site has links to local services and resources. For unclaimed money searches, use the state database.

Deerfield Beach Unclaimed Property Law

Florida law protects the rights of Deerfield Beach residents to claim their money. There is no deadline. The state never takes ownership. It holds the funds as custodian. Whether the money was reported last year or 20 years ago, it is still yours to claim for free.

Section 717.102 is the primary statute. Intangible property unclaimed for five years is presumed abandoned. Wages follow a one-year rule under Section 717.115. Safe deposit box contents become unclaimed after three years per Section 717.116. Holders in and around Deerfield Beach file their reports by May 1 each year, as Section 717.117 requires. They must try to reach the owner first. When those attempts fail, the money goes to the state.

Section 116.21 covers unclaimed court-related funds held by the Broward County Clerk. Uncashed jury checks, vendor payments, and courthouse refunds follow separate reporting steps before entering the state system.

Florida Treasure Hunt Portal

The Florida Treasure Hunt homepage is the starting point for all unclaimed property activity in Florida, including Deerfield Beach.

Use this portal to search for unclaimed money, file claims, and check your claim status. It also has warnings about scams and a note that the state will never text you about a claim.

Search Tips for Deerfield Beach

A thorough search gives you the best shot at finding Deerfield Beach unclaimed money. Try these steps:

• Search all names you have used, maiden and married included
• Try misspellings and shortened versions of your name
• Look up deceased relatives who lived in Deerfield Beach
• Search any business names linked to the area
• Use MissingMoney.com to check multiple states at once

New reports come in each May. A search that turns up nothing today could show Deerfield Beach unclaimed money next year. Search once a year. It is always free.

Scam Warnings for Deerfield Beach

Be on guard for scams when looking for unclaimed money in Deerfield Beach. The Florida Department of Financial Services will never text you or make a surprise phone call about a claim. If someone asks for your Social Security number, bank details, or an upfront fee, it is a scam. The only legitimate way to search and claim is through the official state website. It is free.

Third-party companies that charge a percentage to find your money are not worth it. The state site does everything. If you need help, call the Division of Unclaimed Property toll-free at 888-258-2253. They assist Deerfield Beach residents and all Floridians at no charge.

Nearby Cities

These cities are near Deerfield Beach. If you have lived or worked there, search for unclaimed money under those addresses too.

Broward County Resources

Deerfield Beach is in Broward County. Visit the county page for full details on unclaimed money across the county.