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Meta Description: Ever wondered what happens to a bank account or stock when the owner disappears? Learn about the legal process of escheat and how states manage abandoned property and unclaimed funds. What Happens to Your Abandoned Property? Understanding Escheat Law Have you ever heard of the term “escheat” and wondered what it means? It’s