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You've got money! Finding hidden cash

Listen up, "change-under-the-cushion" diggers! If you need a few bucks, think beyond the couch. Liquidate the junk in your closet at a yard sale or find out if you have cash sitting in a forgotten account. Here's how to come up with more cash.

 
1. Search the database

Could you be a missing heir? From forgotten bank accounts and rent deposits to safe-deposit box contents, state accounts are flush with unclaimed properties.
Plus: How to locate unclaimed money and property
Also: Don't let Uncle Sam have your refund!

 
2. Sitting on expired savings bonds?

About two million people own expired savings bonds and apparently don't know it. Are you one of them? Check out your safe-deposit box or desk drawers and cash in your expired savings bonds.

 
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3. Get that collectible appraised
An appraiser can tell you how much that antique vase or a limited-edition doll is worth.
 
4. Hold a garage sale
Here are some pointers on how to make extra cash without ever leaving your driveway.
Plus: What to do with leftovers
 
5. Click to sell
If that unwanted CD collection didn't sell in the driveway, an online auction can attract more potential buyers.
Plus: Seller checklist for online auctions
 
 

 

 
-- Posted: Feb. 19, 2004
   

 

 
 

 

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