The stock market is less than cooperative and paychecks just don't seem to go as far. That's why I'm always amazed at the staggering amount of money that goes unclaimed by entitled people. Several news releases have come across my desk recently that are appeals to people to take a little time and effort to determine if there is money floating around out there in their name. In addition, the Treasury is sitting on 160,000 undeliverable bonds and interest payments.
Savings bonds are the most widely held investment in America.
Many people bought bonds when they were in the military or through a payroll deduction plan. Others give savings bonds as a gift. Unfortunately, these little gems can often get lost or misplaced. Also check out the Savings Bond Wizard which allows you to find out the current value of bonds that you own and the interest rate they are earning. Even the Internal Revenue Service is anxious to give you some money.