Is it legal to charge a fee for helping claim unclaimed property? | NC

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Q: Is it legal to charge a fee for helping someone claim unclaimed property or surplus funds? A: Yes — but only if the agreement follows strict legal rules. If you are helping recover unclaimed property for a fee, you may be treated as a property finder, and a simple percentage deal may not be enough. For property held by a state treasurer, the agreement usually must be in writing, notarized,…