# Instructions to Submit a Claim for Unclaimed Funds

- Summary: Overview This document outlines the requirements and procedures for submitting a claim to the Blair County Tax Claim Bureau in Hollidaysburg, PA. It details necessary forms, identification, and…
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Overview This document outlines the requirements and procedures for submitting a claim to the Blair County Tax Claim Bureau in Hollidaysburg, PA. It details necessary forms, identification, and specific conditions for different claim scenarios. General Requirements Application Form: You must complete the "Blair County Tax Claim Bureau Application for Unclaimed Funds" and have it notarized. Identification: Provide a photocopy of your driver’s license or another government-issued photo ID. Proof of Ownership: You must provide proof associating you with the property sold at Tax Sale. Acceptable documents include: Utility bill Mortgage payment coupon Post-marked envelope Driver’s license (if it reflects the address) Canceled check Pay stub reflecting the property address Specific Scenarios Large Claims ($10,000+): If claiming $10,000 or more, you are required to appear in person. Powers of Attorney (POA): The Bureau accepts personal POAs if you provide a certified copy signed by the owner. The POA must comply with 20 Pa C. S. A. Section 5601, including a notice signed by the principal and an acknowledgement executed by the agent. Third Parties: Under Pennsylvania law, third parties cannot assist in recovering unclaimed property for compensation unless they hold a Certificate of Registration from the Pennsylvania Department of Treasury. Deceased Owners: If the owner is deceased, the personal representative must provide a certified copy of the death certificate and a short certificate (updated within the past two years). Business Entities: If the owner is a business, you must provide proof that you are an authorized representative with the authority to claim funds on behalf of the entity. Submission Details Return your application and all required copies/documents to: Blair County Tax Claim Bureau Attn: Sue St Martin, Director 423 Allegheny Street, Suite 143 Hollidaysburg, PA 16648