DeLand Unclaimed Money Lookup

Unclaimed money in DeLand could be yours. As the county seat of Volusia County, DeLand is home to the Clerk of Courts office that manages court-held funds for the entire county. The Florida Department of Financial Services also holds lost funds from dormant bank accounts, uncashed paychecks, and old insurance payouts tied to DeLand addresses. Searching is free and takes just a few minutes through the state website. With over 45,000 residents and a growing community around Stetson University, unclaimed accounts connected to DeLand addresses are worth looking into.

Search for Unclaimed Money in DeLand

Start at fltreasurehunt.gov and type in your name. This is the official Florida search tool. It is free and runs around the clock. The system scans every unclaimed account reported in the state. Any results tied to DeLand addresses show up right away.

Try all the names you have used over the years. Maiden names, previous married names, and nicknames all matter. Misspellings are common in financial records, so try variations. If you ran a business on Woodland Boulevard or near the downtown area, search the business name too. The state holds both personal and commercial unclaimed accounts.

DeLand has a college-town feel thanks to Stetson University. Students who spent a few years in DeLand and then moved on sometimes leave behind small accounts or deposits. If you attended Stetson or lived in the area during school, it is worth running a search under your DeLand address from that time.

Where DeLand Unclaimed Funds Come From

Chapter 717, Florida Statutes requires businesses and government agencies to turn over money they cannot return. Banks report dormant accounts after five years of no activity. Uncashed paychecks become reportable after one year. Insurance benefits, utility deposits, stock dividends, and refunds all follow their own timelines before entering the state system.

For DeLand residents, lost funds could trace back to local banks, medical offices, employers, or utility companies. A refund from a doctor's office on South Woodland Boulevard that got sent to an old address. A final paycheck from a seasonal job near the downtown shops. Old utility deposits from a rental property on East New York Avenue. These are the kinds of situations that create unclaimed money in DeLand. Small amounts from several sources can add up to a real sum over time.

Note: DeLand's role as the county seat means a higher concentration of government and legal offices in the area, and court-related unclaimed funds are processed locally at the Clerk's office just blocks from downtown.

Volusia County Clerk of Courts

DeLand is the county seat of Volusia County, and the Volusia County Clerk of Courts office is right in town. This is where all court-held funds for Volusia County are managed. Bond money, lawsuit deposits, and court-ordered payments flow through this office. When parties do not collect or leave DeLand without forwarding contact info, the funds sit unclaimed.

Tax deed surplus is another source worth checking in DeLand. When a property sells at a tax deed auction for more than the taxes owed, the former owner gets the extra amount. Foreclosure sales generate surplus too under Florida Statute 45.032. DeLand property has been in demand as the city grows, which means surplus amounts from auctions can be meaningful. If you once owned property in DeLand that went through a tax sale or foreclosure, check with the Clerk directly.

Since the Clerk's office is right in DeLand, local residents can walk in and ask about court-held funds. Staff can check their records and tell you whether money from a Volusia County case is still at the courthouse or has been transferred to the state.

How to Claim Unclaimed Money in DeLand

Found a match? Great. Visit fltreasurehunt.gov, click the matching account, and follow the steps. You need a government-issued photo ID at minimum. If the address on your ID does not match your current DeLand address, add a utility bill or bank statement showing where you live.

Proof of ownership is what makes or breaks a claim. Having the same name is not enough on its own. The state gets duplicate-name claims for the same account more often than you might expect. Old bank statements, insurance letters, or pay stubs that link you to the specific account are what they need. The claim form will list exactly what documents are required for each DeLand unclaimed money account.

For money that belonged to a deceased DeLand resident, submit a certified death certificate and proof that you are the rightful heir. The state has up to 90 days to process a complete claim. Many get done sooner. There is no fee to file.

Florida Treasure Hunt Search Page

The Florida Treasure Hunt search page is the official tool for finding unclaimed property tied to DeLand addresses.

Type in a name and check the results. Each entry shows the holder, property type, and reported amount. Start a claim right from the results page. No sign-up or payment is needed.

DeLand Unclaimed Property Laws

Florida law protects your right to claim lost money. There is no deadline. The state never takes ownership of unclaimed funds and serves as custodian only. Whether the money was reported last year or many years ago, you can still claim it at no cost.

Section 717.102 is the main rule: intangible property unclaimed for five years is presumed abandoned. Wages follow a one-year rule under Section 717.115. Safe deposit box items become reportable after three years per Section 717.116. Holders in and around DeLand file their reports by May 1 each year as Section 717.117 requires. They must first try to reach the owner. When they cannot, the money goes to the state.

Under Section 116.21, the Volusia County Clerk handles unclaimed court-related funds separately. Uncashed refunds, vendor checks, and jury payments from Volusia County courts follow their own reporting rules before transfer to the state system.

Florida Treasure Hunt Portal

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

From this portal you can search, file claims, track a pending claim, and learn about the unclaimed property process. The site includes scam warnings and contact info for the Division of Unclaimed Property.

Search Tips for DeLand Residents

Being thorough gives you the best chance of finding unclaimed money in DeLand. A few things to remember:

• Search all names you have used, including maiden and married names
• Try misspellings and shortened versions of your name
• Look up deceased relatives who lived in DeLand or Volusia County
• Search any business names you used in the area
• Use MissingMoney.com for a multi-state search

New reports come in every May. A search that turns up nothing now could show DeLand unclaimed money six months later. Make it a yearly habit. The search is always free.

Scam Warnings for DeLand

Watch for scams when searching for unclaimed money. The Florida Department of Financial Services will never text or call you out of the blue. Anyone who asks for your Social Security number, bank details, or an upfront fee to release funds is running a scam. The only real way to search and claim is through the official state website at no charge.

Some third-party companies offer to find and claim money for a percentage of the payout. You do not need their help. The process at fltreasurehunt.gov is designed for anyone to handle alone. Call the Division of Unclaimed Property toll-free at 888-258-2253 if you need help.

Nearby Cities

These cities are near DeLand. If you have lived or worked near the city line, search those areas too. Unclaimed money is connected to the last known address on file.

Volusia County Page

For more details on unclaimed money across all of Volusia County, visit the full county page.