Living in NYC isn’t cheap, so a surprise check in the mail is always welcome—and thousands of New Yorkers are opening their mailboxes to find payments of up to $250 they didn’t even know they were owed.

According to the New York State Comptroller’s Office , more than 70,000 residents have already received checks worth between $50 and $250 in unclaimed funds this year alone.

And the best part? You don’t even have to apply to get them.

Why New Yorkers Are Getting Checks Now

For years, New Yorkers had to file a claim to receive their share of the state’s unclaimed funds —money from things like old bank accounts, unused gift cards, uncashed checks, stock certificates, and even insurance payouts.

But thanks to new legislation, the state comptroller’s office can now automaticall

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