As Halloween approaches, ghosts, goblins, and maybe a few ghoulish surprises have emerged from the treasurer’s office in Columbia, South Carolina. In a spirited effort to remind residents about unclaimed money left behind by all sorts of folks—living and perhaps even those with spooky surnames—the state has unveiled a very special list featuring some hauntingly catchy names.
Treasurer Curtis Loftis rolled out names that would make any horror movie lover chuckle. Among them are businesses dubbed Death Valley Towing and Zombie Bob’s Pizza. A bit of fun, right? But beyond the quirky names lies a more serious message: these individuals and businesses have funds that they’ve never claimed.
The list didn’t stop with just silly business names; it included people whose last names send shivers down the spine! Imagine carrying the surname Blood, Bone, Skeleton, or even Warlock. Each of these names is attached to unclaimed money sitting idly, probably just waiting to come out of the shadows.
According to Loftis, the unclaimed treasure isn’t a small amount either. In fact, there’s a staggering $950 million in unclaimed property floating around in the state! Yes, you read that right. So, if you live in South Carolina, now might be the perfect time to play detective and see if you’re one of the many who have cash lying around.
Now you might be wondering, “What do we mean by unclaimed property?” Well, it refers to various types of forgotten funds, including but not limited to dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, unclaimed insurance proceeds, and even forgotten utility deposits. It sounds a bit like a treasure hunt, doesn’t it? But this treasure isn’t hidden under a pirate’s map; it’s sitting in plain sight, just waiting to be claimed.
Feeling intrigued? Want to join in the fun of possibly uncovering some cash? Here’s how to start your quest: Simply head over to treasurer.sc.gov and click on the Unclaimed Property section. It’s easy and straightforward! Who knows? You might be one click away from finding out that you have money lurking with your name on it!
Loftis is particularly keen on pointing out that there are many more residents who weren’t mentioned in his Halloween list but who should definitely check for their own unclaimed property. So even if you don’t share a name with Count Dracula or Miss Witchy, that doesn’t mean you’re not owed some cash!
This Halloween season, as you enjoy the eerie decorations and spooky festivities, add a little extra thrill to the mix! Why not combine the fun of trick-or-treating with the exciting prospect of finding some unclaimed money? Who would’ve thought that Halloween could turn into a treasure hunt?
So, let’s raise our glasses and toast to finding what’s ours, whether it’s a ghostly name or some unclaimed funds! This Halloween, it’s time to get your spook on and see what surprises await in the treasure of unclaimed property!
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