30 June Does New York State Owe you Money? Search the Office of Unclaimed Funds June 30, 2026 By Heather Shields Community News, Events, General 0 This is a free and secure service provided by the New York State Comptroller’s Office of Unclaimed Funds to claim lost money. As of May 2026, the NYS Comptroller's Office reported that Orange County has 629,053 accounts with a value of $107,316,163. What Is Unclaimed Property? Unclaimed property is money that’s been lost or forgotten over time, including old bank accounts, uncashed checks, stock certificates, and unused gift cards. After a period of inactivity, lost money is legally considered abandoned property and turned over to the New York State Comptroller’s Office, where there’s no fee or time limit to claim it. Visit the New York State Office of Unclaimed Funds website online. https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds Related Articles Does NY state owe you money? Check the office of unclaimed funds. $107mMillion Dollars in unclaimed funds is owed to Orange County Residents. See if you are one of them. New York State adopted the Transfer on Death Deed A Transfer on Death Deed (TOD) is a legal document that allows a property owner to designate who will inherit their real estate after they die. TODs are a cost-effective way to pass on property because they bypass probate, the process that wills go through. NYS has introduced Section 424 of the New York State Real Property Law. Here are some things to know about TODs: How it works The property owner, also known as the transferor, fills out a TOD form, signs it in front of witnesses, and has a notary public acknowledge the signature. The completed deed is then recorded at the county clerk's office. Who can be a beneficiary A beneficiary can be an individual, an organization, or a charity. If there are multiple beneficiaries, the transferor can indicate how they will take title. What the owner retains The owner retains full control of the property while they're alive. They can sell, mortgage, or revoke the TOD deed at any time. How to record the deed Look up the requirements for recording a deed in Orange County, New York Get the state-specific deed form Decide on a beneficiary Describe the property (schedule A) This can be found on a prior deed Sign the deed - you must have 2 witnesses and sign the deed in front of a Notary Public Record the deed at the Orange County Clerk's Office The Town of Wawayanda cannot answer any legal questions regarding the Transfer of Death Deeds, please contact your Attorney. For deed filing information, please contact the Orange County Clerks Office - Deed Recording 845-294-2690. Residents of New York will need a REAL ID or Enhanced ID to board an airplane starting May 7, 2025 New York residents will need an enhanced driver’s license or a REAL ID compatible driver’s license by May 7, 2025, if they want to use it to get on a domestic flight, enter certain federal buildings, or enter military bases. With that in mind, it is highly recommended that New Yorkers who plan to travel upgrade from a standard driver’s license to a REAL ID or enhanced license. Get it sooner, rather than later. A New York’s REAL ID driver’s license has a star in the upper right corner to indicate that it meets federal regulations that establish minimum security standards. The enhanced driver’s license has a U.S. flag on the bottom right of the license. For more information and details about how to obtain a REAL ID driver's license or identification card in New York, and to determine which form of ID is right for you, visit the New York State DMV website. You can also visit the TSA website for more detailed information about traveling with a REAL ID. New York Public Notices Database New York Public Notices If you type in Wawayanda under Keywords, the most recent public notices will appear. You do not need an account to use this search feature. File your Survey With the Orange County Clerk's Office The Orange County Clerk's office is now accepting survey maps for filing. Many Orange County residents especially new homeowners go to the County Clerk's Office looking for the metes and bounds of their property. Until now, they could only provide tax maps and subdivision maps. Filing your survey map will provide you with the convenience of always knowing where it is when you need it. Map requirements are: - Completed title block including property owner's name, town/city in which it is located. - Surveyor’s signature and seal - Minimum 8-point font for legibility. - Paper or Mylar minimum size 8 1/2” x 11” maximum size 36” x 48” Filing fee $10.00/page at the OC Government Center 255 Main St. Goshen, NY 10924 For more information, you can contact the Orange County Clerk's Office. Phone: 845-291-2690 A Snow State of Emergency is hereby declared in the Town of Wawayanda effective as of 12:00 a.m. on January 25, 2026. It will remain in effect until rescinded by a subsequent order. A Snow State of Emergency is hereby declared in the Town of Wawayanda effective as of 12:00 a.m. on January 25, 2026. It will remain in effect until rescinded by a subsequent order. Comments are closed.