What is excess proceeds?
Excess proceeds are funds left over after foreclosure or tax sale.
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50 State Statutes
Your quick guide to excess proceeds laws across all 50 states
50 State Excess Proceeds Statutes
Excess proceeds are funds left over after a foreclosure or tax sale. Former property owners, heirs, and interested parties may have legal rights to claim these surplus funds depending on state law.
| State | Statute Code | Direct Statute Link |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Ala. Code § 40-10-28 | View Statute |
| Alaska | Alaska Stat. § 34.20.080 | View Statute |
| Arizona | A.R.S. § 33-812 | View Statute |
| Arkansas | Ark. Code § 26-37-205 | View Statute |
| California | Cal. Rev. & Tax Code § 4675 | View Statute |
| Colorado | Colo. Rev. Stat. § 39-11-128 | View Statute |
| Connecticut | Conn. Gen. Stat. § 49-27 | View Statute |
| Delaware | Del. Code Tit. 9 § 8726 | View Statute |
| Florida | Fla. Stat. § 45.032 | View Statute |
| Georgia | O.C.G.A. § 48-4-5 | View Statute |
| Hawaii | Haw. Rev. Stat. § 501-118 | View Statute |
| Idaho | Idaho Code § 63-1005 | View Statute |
| Illinois | 735 ILCS 5/21-310 | View Statute |
| Indiana | Ind. Code § 6-1.1-24-7 | View Statute |
| Iowa | Iowa Code § 446 | View Statute |
| Kansas | Kan. Stat. § 79-2805 | View Statute |
| Kentucky | KRS § 134.551 | View Statute |
| Louisiana | La. Rev. Stat. § 47:2201 | View Statute |
| Maine | 36 M.R.S. § 943-C | View Statute |
| Maryland | Md. Tax-Prop. § 14-818 | View Statute |
| Massachusetts | M.G.L. Ch. 60 § 54 | View Statute |
| Michigan | MCL § 211.78t | View Statute |
| Minnesota | Minn. Stat. § 281.23 | View Statute |
| Mississippi | Miss. Code § 27-45-27 | View Statute |
| Missouri | Mo. Rev. Stat. § 140.230 | View Statute |
| Montana | MCA § 15-17-323 | View Statute |
| Nebraska | Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-1918 | View Statute |
| Nevada | NRS § 360.560 | View Statute |
| New Hampshire | RSA § 80:89 | View Statute |
| New Jersey | N.J. Stat. § 54:5-86 | View Statute |
| New Mexico | N.M. Stat. § 7-38-70 | View Statute |
| New York | RPTL § 1136 | View Statute |
| North Carolina | N.C.G.S. § 105-374 | View Statute |
| North Dakota | N.D.C.C. § 57-28 | View Statute |
| Ohio | Ohio Rev. Code § 5721.20 | View Statute |
| Oklahoma | 68 O.S. § 3131 | View Statute |
| Oregon | ORS § 275.275 | View Statute |
| Pennsylvania | 72 P.S. § 5860.205 | View Statute |
| Rhode Island | R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-9-25 | View Statute |
| South Carolina | S.C. Code § 12-51 | View Statute |
| South Dakota | SDCL § 10-24 | View Statute |
| Tennessee | Tenn. Code § 67-5-2507 | View Statute |
| Texas | Tex. Tax Code § 34 | View Statute |
| Utah | Utah Code § 41-1a-1104 | View Statute |
| Vermont | 32 V.S.A. § 5260 | View Statute |
| Virginia | Va. Code § 58.1-3967 | View Statute |
| Washington | RCW § 84.64.080 | View Statute |
| West Virginia | W. Va. Code § 11A-3-63 | View Statute |
| Wisconsin | Wis. Stat. § 75.36 | View Statute |
| Wyoming | Wyo. Stat. Title 39 | View Statute |
Disclaimer: Laws and statutes may change over time. Always verify information directly through the official state legislature website or consult qualified legal counsel.
FAQs
How do I claim excess proceeds?
You must follow your state's specific statutes and file a claim accordingly.
Where can I find my state’s laws?
Links are provided here: Alabama Code, Alaska Statutes, Arizona Revised Statutes, Arkansas Code, California Revenue & Taxation Code, and others.
Are these funds time-limited?
Yes, most states set deadlines for claiming excess proceeds.
Who manages these funds?
Typically, the county or state treasury handles the surplus proceeds.
Can I get help understanding the statutes?
Consulting with a legal expert or state office can clarify your rights under these laws.
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