Money from your property sale may be waiting for you.
When a home or property sells at a foreclosure or tax sale for more than was owed, the leftover money belongs to the former owner or their family. At W. Gold Standard, we put you first, hold your hand, and guide you through every step of getting it back.
- No fee unless we recover your money
- Licensed attorneys handle court filings when required
- Heirs and family members can claim too
Everything you need to know
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How it works
Five simple steps, start to finish
How it works
We handle the research, paperwork and follow-up. You'll always know what's happening and what comes next.
We talk it through
Tell us about the property. You don't need any documents ready. A name and an address are enough to start.
We confirm the money is there
We check court and county records to confirm that surplus funds exist and who is entitled to them.
You review a simple agreement
You'll see our fee in writing before you sign anything. If we don't recover your money, you owe nothing.
We file and follow up
We prepare the paperwork, help you get it notarized, and work with licensed attorneys when a court filing requires one. You get updates the whole way.
You receive your funds
When the court or county releases the money, you receive your share with a clear breakdown of every dollar.
Who we help
Former owners, heirs and estates
Who we help
If a property connected to you or your family was sold to pay a debt, you may have a claim.
Former homeowners
Your home or land was sold at a foreclosure or tax sale, and it sold for more than what was owed.
Heirs and family members
A parent, spouse or relative owned the property and has passed away. The money may now belong to the family, even without a will.
Estates and executors
You're handling an estate and a property in it was sold. We help gather the paperwork the court or county requires.
Is this legit?
What we will and won't do, and how to check us
How to know we're legitimate
Surplus funds are real, and so are scams. Here's exactly what to expect from us.
We will always
- Tell you which court or county is holding the funds
- Show you our fee in writing before you sign
- Encourage you to check the records yourself
- Give you a direct number to reach us
We will never
- Ask you to pay anything before your money is recovered
- Ask for your bank login or passwords
- Pretend to be the court, county or government
You have the right to file a claim with the court or county on your own. Many people choose us because the process involves deadlines, records searches and legal paperwork, and we handle all of it for you.
Look us up with New York State
W. Gold Standard is a registered New York corporation. Search W Gold Standard Surplus Recovery. Inc. in the New York Department of State's official business database to see our registration.
Questions
Cost, timing, heirs and more
Common questions
Why didn't anyone tell me about this money?
Courts and counties usually mail a notice to the address of the property that was sold. If you had already moved, or the owner had passed away, the notice was likely never seen.
What does it cost?
Nothing unless we recover your money. Our fee is a percentage of the funds recovered, and it's shown in writing in your agreement before you sign. If nothing is recovered, you owe nothing.
How long does it take?
It depends on the county and whether a court hearing is needed. Simple claims can move in a few months, and cases with heirs or competing claims can take longer. We keep you updated throughout.
The owner passed away. Can the family still claim?
Often, yes. Heirs may need documents such as a death certificate or proof of relationship, and we help you gather everything the court or county asks for.
Can I file the claim myself?
Yes. You have that right. We're here if you'd rather have experienced people handle the research, deadlines and filings for you.
Our promise
The W. Gold Standard way
We put the customer first. We hold your hand and guide you through the process of recovering the money you're owed.
You come first
Your case gets a real person who knows your file and returns your calls.
No recovery, no fee
We're paid only if your funds are recovered. If there's no recovery, you owe nothing.
Everything in writing
Our fee and every step of the process are explained before you sign.
Updates you can count on
We tell you when things move and explain why when they don't.
Ask if you're owed
Send a few details and we'll call you back
Find out if money is waiting for you
Send us a few details and a member of our team will call you back. There's no cost to check.
- Phone
- (718) 307-4660
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET