Project Reclaim

Project Reclaim is a program designed to help people recover surplus funds that are rightfully owed to them after a tax‑foreclosure sale. Counties are only required to make this information “available to the public,” so they often hide it deep within their websites. The claims process can be confusing, expensive, and overwhelming.

Filing a claim can cost hundreds of dollars in:

Court fees
County clerk fees
Records Checks
Document preparation

What should be a simple process ends up feeling impossible.

That’s where Helping Ourselves Inc. steps in.

We handle the entire process from start to finish — so you don’t have to worry about anything. If there are liens or second mortgages, we make sure those are taken care of using the surplus funds. This means you pay nothing out of pocket.

Our service is pro bono. Most companies charge upfront fees, but we don’t. Our mission is to help you reclaim what belongs to you, pay off debts, and access the funds you deserve.

If you believe you may have unclaimed surplus funds from a tax‑foreclosure sale, reach out.

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Project Reclaim Enrollment

Forms A & B- ONLY for clients who talked with a Case Manager.

Form C- uPLOAD REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

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How to Submit Forms

Form A

Project Reclaim Application Disclaimer

Must Read before Filling out the Project Reclaim Application

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By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you have already spoken with a Project Reclaim Research Specialist and understand the following:

You agree to allow a background check to be conducted to locate the information required to recover surplus funds from your foreclosure sale. This may include, but is not limited to, identifying liens, second mortgages, or other encumbrances connected to the former property.
You understand that once your application is approved, you will be required to sign additional documents — including a Temporary Power of Attorney, terms and conditions agreement— along with other required documentation such as valid Missouri photo ID matching the last deed of record and a certified copy of the Collector’s Deed or foreclosure judgement activate your case. We will assign a case manager and provide a notary at your signing appointment to make the process easy and secure.
Once approved there will be an application fee of $15.
In addition, a servicing fee will be paid to Helping Ourselves Inc. and automatically deducted from the surplus funds before your remaining balance is returned. This servicing fee is taken out only after any liens, second mortgages, or other claims are cleared, if applicable. This service is fully pro bono — you never pay servicing fees out of pocket.
You acknowledge that this application is used to determine whether Project Reclaim is the appropriate program to assist you in recovering surplus funds. During the review process, a quote will be prepared showing the estimated amount you may receive, including any liens or second mortgages discovered.
You understand that the review process may take 3–5 business days, and a Research Specialist will contact you once a determination has been made. A determination email will also be sent to you.

Thank you for your interest in Project Reclaim. We look forward to helping you reclaim what is yours.

By checking this box, you acknowledge the Project Reclaim Disclaimer and consent to proceed with the application.

Application Disclaimer

Application Fee

This application fee is to be paid after your application is processed. This fee covers the notary verification and county records checks.

Amount

$15

Form C

Project Reclaim-Document Upload Disclaimer

Congratulations! You are now on the final step to activate your case. Please review the document upload disclaimer below before uploading your documents.

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Form C is for clients who have completed their signing appointment. Upload all required documents below. These documents are used solely during the active period of your case.

A signature is required on all uploads for your security and acknowledgment of releasing documents for your case under our care.

A Case Manager will contact you once your documents are received and reviewed, and will inform you if anything further is needed.

Processing time: 3–5 business days. If your case has passed this timeframe, please contact your assigned Case Manager directly.

No duplicate uploads. Submitting the same documents multiple times may delay processing.

A case number will be generated once the case is activated.

Thank you for allowing us to reclaim what you are owed.

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