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National Excess Proceeds Exchange — NEPEX

Consumer Protection

Is Excess Proceeds Recovery Real — or Is It a Scam?

The short answer: Excess proceeds recovery is real. Scams are also real. Here is how to tell the difference.

Excess proceeds recovery is real.

Money can genuinely be left after a property sale when the sale price exceeds the debts, taxes, and costs owed. Counties, courts, and state agencies hold billions of dollars in unclaimed surplus funds. Legitimate companies and attorneys help claimants navigate the recovery process every day.

Scams are also real.

Unfortunately, the excess proceeds industry attracts bad actors. Some companies use high-pressure tactics, hidden fees, misleading claims, and outright fraud to take advantage of families who do not understand the process.

Red Flags: Watch Out for Anyone Who...

Guarantees a payout before reviewing your case
Refuses to explain the process in plain English
Pressures you to sign immediately without time to review
Hides the fee or refuses to put it in writing
Will not identify the county or sale they are referencing
Claims to be from the government when they are not
Asks for upfront junk fees without explaining the work
Uses fake urgency without showing real deadlines
Avoids written agreements or refuses to provide copies
Tells heirs not to speak with family members or attorneys
Cannot or will not provide references or verify their business
Uses a generic company name with no physical address or phone number

How National EPX Handles It

We explain the process in plain English
We identify the county and sale type whenever possible
We disclose that no recovery is guaranteed — upfront, every time
We recommend attorney review when legal questions are involved
We do not pretend to be a government agency or law firm
We use written agreements that you can review before signing
We educate before asking anyone to move forward

Questions to Ask Any Company Before Signing

Who is licensed to file the legal claim — and in which states?
What percentage or fee will be charged from recovered funds?
What costs might apply if nothing is recovered?
Who holds the funds before distribution?
Can you cancel the agreement? Under what conditions?
Is the company or individual a licensed attorney or working with one?
What specific county or court is holding the funds?
What is the deadline to file — and what happens if it is missed?

Have Questions About a Possible Claim?

If you have been contacted about surplus funds — or think you may be owed money — start with an educational claim review. No pressure. No obligation.

Request a Claim Review