Unclaimed Court-Held Funds: Know Your Rights in California
California courts hold millions in unclaimed proceeds from real estate sales and estate assets. We ensure you are made aware.
Your Rights
Under California law, when a foreclosed property sells for more than the amount owed, the former homeowner or their heirs, if deceased, have a legal right to those remaining funds — known as excess proceeds.
This protection exists to ensure that equity built over years of ownership isn’t lost after the sale. The law requires that a verified claim be filed before the funds can be released.
If no claim is made, the funds are forfeited to the State of California. (Cal. Code Civ. Proc. §§ 2924j, 1510)
How We Help Californians
Educate & Protect
Educate & Protect
Educate & Protect
CalFairEquity.org exists to educate and protect California families from misinformation and unfair practices through transparency, lawful recovery, and verified legal guidance.
Verify & Confirm
Educate & Protect
Educate & Protect
We confirm court records to verify funds on deposit, identify who is legally entitled to them, and prepare clear case summaries so eligible claimants can retrieve their funds.
Connect & Support
Educate & Protect
Connect & Support
We connect eligible claimants with independent, licensed California attorneys affiliated with the CalFairEquity.org' initiative manage all official legal filings without any upfront costs.
Legal Oversight & Process
All verified claims are connected to licensed California attorneys who prepare and file the necessary legal documents under California Civil Code § 2924j.
CalFairEquity.org does not provide legal services — we operate as an educational, public-interest resource to help individuals and heirs locate funds with the courts or counties. We help explain their rights and confirm eligibility.
Attorneys in our network maintain active good standing with the California State Bar and can be verified at The State Bar of California. All attorney's handle these matters using a results-based model — no fees are owed unless funds are successfully recovered from the court. There are no costs or obligations to verify eligibility through CalFairEquity.org.
Early Access Options
In some cases, verified claimants may qualify to receive a portion of funds sooner through independent partners. This option is completely voluntary, reviewed by an attorney, and never structured as a loan or credit product.
