Bolingbrook Unclaimed Money
Unclaimed money in Bolingbrook comes from forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, old insurance payouts, and other lost funds that businesses turned over to the state. With more than 74,000 residents, Bolingbrook has a large share of unclaimed property sitting in the Illinois State Treasurer's ICash database. The search is free and takes just a few minutes. Bolingbrook does not run its own unclaimed money program at the village level, so the state portal is your main tool for finding lost funds tied to your name or a past address in this Will County community.
Bolingbrook Quick Facts
Search Bolingbrook Unclaimed Money
The best way to find unclaimed money in Bolingbrook is through the Illinois State Treasurer ICash portal. This is the official state database. It holds all unclaimed property that has been turned over by banks, insurance firms, utility companies, and other holders in Illinois. Every Bolingbrook resident should check this site at least once a year.
To search, go to the ICash site and type in your name. You can also search by business name if you own or owned a company in Bolingbrook. The system will show any unclaimed money tied to that name. Results include the holder name, the property type, and the amount. If you find a match, you can start a claim right from the search page. The whole process is free.
The Village of Bolingbrook official website provides general government services but does not have its own unclaimed money search tool.
The village site is a good starting point for local services, but for lost funds you need to use the state ICash database. Bolingbrook does not hold unclaimed property at the local level.
Types of Unclaimed Property
Unclaimed money in Bolingbrook covers a wide range of property types. The state gets these funds from businesses and agencies that could not find the owners. Under Illinois law, companies must turn over dormant accounts after a set period. That period varies by property type but is usually three to five years of no contact with the owner.
Common types of unclaimed money that Bolingbrook residents may find include:
- Bank accounts that went dormant, including savings and checking
- Uncashed payroll checks or vendor payments
- Life insurance proceeds and annuity payments
- Stock dividends, mutual fund shares, and brokerage accounts
- Utility deposit refunds from ComEd, Nicor Gas, or local providers
- Safe deposit box contents from closed accounts
These are the most frequent types, but the ICash system also lists less common items. Gift card balances, court deposits, and customer overpayments can all end up as unclaimed money. Some Bolingbrook residents have found funds they forgot about from decades ago. There is no time limit on how long the state holds unclaimed property, so even very old accounts are worth a look.
Note: Businesses in Bolingbrook that hold unclaimed property must report it to the state each year by November 1.
How to Claim Lost Funds
Once you find unclaimed money on the ICash site, the next step is to file a claim. The process depends on the amount and the type of property. Small claims are often simple. Larger ones need more paperwork. But the state does not charge a fee at any point. If someone asks you to pay a fee to claim unclaimed money in Bolingbrook, that is a scam.
For most claims, you will need to show proof that you are the right owner. The state may ask for a copy of your driver's license or state ID. You also need proof of your social security number. If the unclaimed money is tied to an old address in Bolingbrook, bring proof of that address too. Old utility bills, tax returns, or bank statements work well for this.
Claims over $2,000 need a notarized signature on the claim form. You can upload your documents online at the ICash document upload page, or mail them to the Office of the Illinois State Treasurer, P.O. Box 19495, Springfield, IL 62794-9495. You can also email documents to unclaimedproperty@illinoistreasurer.gov. The first review may take up to 90 days, though many claims are processed faster than that.
Note: Keep copies of everything you send. The state may ask for more documents during the review.
Will County Unclaimed Money
Bolingbrook is in Will County, one of the fastest growing counties in Illinois. Will County has its own pool of unclaimed money that may affect Bolingbrook residents. The Will County Treasurer manages special trust funds and may hold uncashed checks from tax refunds or other county payments. These funds are separate from the state ICash system.
If you own property in Bolingbrook, you should check with the Will County Treasurer for any uncashed refund checks. Property tax adjustments, duplicate payments, and exemption credits can all result in refund checks that go unclaimed. The Will County government manages these funds until the owners come forward or the funds get sent to the state.
The Bolingbrook online payments portal handles utility bills and other village charges, but it does not list unclaimed funds.
This portal is for current payments only. For unclaimed money tied to Will County, you need to contact the county directly or check the state database.
Bolingbrook Village Offices
The Bolingbrook Village Clerk and Finance Department handle local records and payments. While they do not run an unclaimed money program, they can help if you have questions about old village payments, utility deposits, or other local funds that may have gone unclaimed. The village publishes annual financial reports and treasurer's reports that show how funds are managed.
| Village Clerk | Martha "Marti" M. Barton |
|---|---|
| Clerk Phone | (630) 408-1066 |
| Finance Dept | (630) 226-8400 |
| Utility Billing | (630) 226-8430 |
| Address | 375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 |
The Finance Department manages all village funds, budgets, and tax collections. Their fiscal year runs from May 1 to April 30. If you think the village owes you money from a past payment or deposit, call the utility billing line at (630) 226-8430. They can look up old accounts and check if any credits exist.
The Bolingbrook fiscal reports page has annual financial audits going back five years.
These reports show how the village handles its funds and can help you track down any amounts that may be owed to you. Bolingbrook follows state statutes on financial transparency, so these records are open to the public.
Nearby Cities to Search
Unclaimed money is tied to the address on file, not where you live now. If you have lived in other cities near Bolingbrook, search those areas too. Many people in the western suburbs have moved between towns over the years. Each move could mean unclaimed funds at a past address.
These nearby cities have their own unclaimed money pages with local details:
You can also check the Will County unclaimed money page for more on county-level funds that may apply to Bolingbrook residents. And the state ICash search covers all of Illinois, so one search can find unclaimed money from any city or county in the state.
Will County Unclaimed Property
Bolingbrook is in Will County, and all unclaimed property from local businesses eventually flows through the county to the state. Will County is one of the most populous counties in Illinois with over 690,000 residents. For more details on county-level programs, trust funds, and uncashed checks, visit the Will County page.