Genesee County Unclaimed Money
Genesee County unclaimed money includes Michigan Treasury funds, tax foreclosure surplus proceeds from properties in Flint and throughout the county, and payouts held by the county treasurer. With a population of roughly 405,000, Genesee is one of Michigan's larger counties, and there are many unclaimed accounts in the state database tied to Flint-area residents and former residents.
Genesee County Overview
Genesee County Treasurer Office
Treasurer Samuel E. Muma oversees delinquent tax collection, payment plans, foreclosure postponements, and the county land bank. The office handles tax payments by mail, online through the county portal (with partial payments strongly encouraged), and by automated phone at 1-877-805-2856 (fees apply for phone payments). When making an online payment, confirm that "GENESEE COUNTY" appears at the top of the payment page.
| Treasurer | Samuel E. Muma |
|---|---|
| Address | 324 S Saginaw Street, Suite 2A, Flint, MI 48502 |
| Phone | (810) 257-3054 |
| Fax | (810) 257-3885 |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Automated Payments | 1-877-805-2856 (fees apply) |
| Treasurer Page | geneseecountymi.gov/Treasurer |
The Genesee County Treasurer page is shown below. You can also book foreclosure postponement appointments online through the treasurer's page.
Mail delinquent tax payments to the new address: Genesee County Treasurer, 324 S Saginaw St Ste 2A, Flint MI 48502.
Michigan Treasury Search
The Michigan Department of Treasury holds unclaimed property from dormant bank accounts, insurance proceeds, utility deposits, uncashed checks, and similar sources. Search for free at unclaimedproperty.michigan.gov. Given Flint's size and history, there are a significant number of accounts tied to Genesee County residents in the database. Call (517) 636-5320 or email TreasUPD@michigan.gov for claim assistance. The state has returned over $675 million in unclaimed property in recent years.
Tax Foreclosure Surplus Claims
Genesee County has seen significant foreclosure activity over the years. The 2020 Michigan Supreme Court ruling in Rafaeli v. Oakland County confirmed that former property owners are entitled to surplus proceeds when foreclosed properties sell for more than the tax debt. That right applies to Genesee County foreclosures.
The Genesee County Treasurer's office provides specific forms depending on when the foreclosure happened:
- Form 5743: For foreclosures after 2020 (MCL 211.78t). File by July 1 of the year after the sale.
- Form 6156: For foreclosures between 2015 and 2020. Different process and deadlines.
- CC540: Circuit court motion for post-July 18, 2020 foreclosures. File February 1 through May 15.
- CC541: Circuit court motion for foreclosures before July 18, 2020.
Note: Use the form that matches the year of your foreclosure. Filing the wrong form can delay or forfeit your claim. Contact the Treasurer or a licensed attorney if you are unsure.
Michigan Legal Help at michiganlegalhelp.org has a free step-by-step guide. The State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service is reachable at (800) 968-0738 or lrs.michbar.org.
Property Tax Foreclosure Timeline
Genesee County follows Michigan's three-year delinquency cycle under Public Act 123 of 1999 (MCL 211.78). The process is:
- March 1, Year 1: Taxes become delinquent. A 4% administrative fee plus 1% monthly interest start accruing.
- March 1, Year 2: Property is forfeited to the county. Interest rises to 1.5% per month with added fees.
- April 1, Year 3: Foreclosure is complete. Title passes unless all taxes are paid by March 31.
Genesee County holds two tax sale auctions each year. The 2025 dates are September 5 and October 31. Tax-Sale.info at tax-sale.info lists current and upcoming auctions. Call 800-259-7470 for more.
Genesee County Land Bank
The Genesee County Land Bank works alongside the Treasurer's office to return foreclosed properties to productive use and get them back on the tax rolls. Properties that don't sell at auction, or that qualify for rehabilitation programs, may be transferred to the Land Bank. The Land Bank can sell, redevelop, or demolish properties depending on their condition. For questions about land bank properties, contact the county through the main website at geneseecountymi.gov.
The Rocket Community Fund provided a $100,000 grant to the Treasurer's office in January 2026 to support housing security work in Genesee County. That funding helps expand outreach to property owners at risk of foreclosure.
Legal and Financial Help
Legal Services of Eastern Michigan (LSEM) provides free civil legal assistance to qualifying low-income residents at (800) 322-4512 or lsem-mi.org. The Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund at michigan.gov/mihaf offers grants up to $25,000 for homeowners who fell behind due to COVID-19 hardship.
Cities in Genesee County
Flint is the county seat of Genesee County and qualifies for a dedicated city page based on population. Other cities in the county include Burton, Flint Township, Clio, Davison, and Fenton.
Other communities in Genesee County do not meet the 100,000 population threshold and do not have separate city pages on this site.
Nearby Counties
Genesee County is in east-central Michigan. Each neighboring county follows the same Michigan tax foreclosure statutes and surplus claim procedures.