Educational Resources
Free Guides, Checklists & Reports
Practical educational resources for families, heirs, executors, and professionals navigating the excess proceeds process. All resources are free to request.
The Heir's Complete Guide to Excess Proceeds
A plain-language overview of the entire excess proceeds recovery process — from identifying whether funds exist to completing the claim.
17 Mistakes Families Make With Excess Proceeds
The most common errors that delay, reduce, or permanently forfeit a surplus fund claim — and how to avoid each one.
How to Protect Yourself From Excess Proceeds Scams
What legitimate recovery looks like, the red flags that signal bad actors, and questions to ask before signing anything.
County Records Research Checklist
A step-by-step checklist for researching whether a forced sale occurred and whether surplus funds remain at the county level.
Executor's Excess Proceeds Checklist
A 24-item phased checklist for personal representatives investigating and claiming surplus funds on behalf of an estate.
Former Homeowner's Guide to Surplus Funds
Specific guidance for former homeowners who lost property to foreclosure or tax sale and want to understand their rights to any remaining surplus.
State-by-State Excess Proceeds Primer
An overview of how excess proceeds law varies by state — covering claim types, deadlines, and where funds are typically held.
Attorney Referral Guide to Excess Proceeds
How attorneys in probate, foreclosure defense, bankruptcy, and family law encounter and refer excess proceeds matters.
Probate Professionals Guide to Forgotten Real Estate Equity
A focused resource for estate attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors on identifying excess proceeds as overlooked estate assets.
Realtor's Guide to Hidden Client Assets
How real estate professionals can recognize potential surplus fund situations for former clients and refer ethically through NEPEX.
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Start Eligibility ReviewDisclaimer: National Excess Proceeds Exchange is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. All resources are educational only. Recovery is not guaranteed. Consult qualified legal counsel for legal questions.