States across the country are holding billions of dollars in unclaimed property, and officials say about one in ten Americans may be owed money without knowing it. Treasurers and auditors collect funds from inactive bank accounts, uncashed checks, overpaid bills, unpaid benefits, and abandoned safe deposit boxes when owners cannot be reached. Most of the property is cash, but some states also hold valuables like jewelry, coins, and collectibles. Connecticut residents can search for free using their name online at https://ctbiglist.gov or the national database https://MissingMoney.com and file a claim to get their money back.