SURPLUS RECOVERY FUNDS

Book Description:

Every year, millions of dollars in tax overages sit unclaimed in county accounts across the United States. Property owners lose their homes—and often have no idea they’re owed a surplus check. *Surplus Funds* is your step-by-step guide to finding that money, locating the rightful owners, and getting paid legally for helping them claim what’s rightfully theirs.

Inside this book, you’ll learn:

- How tax overages are created through tax deed sales.

- Where to find county surplus funds lists—online or in person.

- How to identify and locate property owners using skip tracing tools.

- Proven scripts and strategies for contacting owners the right way.

- How to structure recovery agreements with fees from 20–40%.

- Step-by-step instructions for filing claims and getting paid.

- Common mistakes to avoid and how to scale this into a full-time business.

Packed with templates—including recovery agreements, assignments of proceeds, limited powers of attorney, client intake forms, and even SMS scripts—this book gives you the legal and practical framework to operate professionally and compliantly.

Whether you’re new to real estate or looking for a low-cost, high-impact side business, *Surplus Funds* shows you how to create income while serving others. No money down. No license required in most cases. Just consistency, belief, and a system that works.

Bonus: Includes a quick action plan to close your first deal.