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Understanding Escheatment: Pros and Cons of Unclaimed Property

This chapter explores the concept of escheatment, highlighting the transfer of unclaimed property to the state and the significance of consumers regularly checking for abandoned funds. Personal anecdotes illustrate both the benefits and concerns regarding the timelines and recent changes in consumer protection surrounding this process.

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