Surplus Funds Recovery in Vermont
If your property was foreclosed in Vermont and sold at auction for more than what was owed, you may be entitled to the surplus. Most former homeowners never find out this money exists.
Vermont allows 2 years to claim surplus funds from a judicial foreclosure sale.
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Vermont uses judicial (strict foreclosure) foreclosure. This means all foreclosures go through the court system, creating a clear paper trail for surplus funds claims.
Under Vermont Statutes Title 12 § 4953, when a foreclosed property sells at auction for more than the outstanding debt (including mortgage, liens, fees, and costs), the excess amount — known as surplus funds — legally belongs to the former property owner.
Vermont primarily uses strict judicial foreclosure, where the court sets a date by which the borrower must pay or lose the property. Surplus funds arise less frequently than in sale states. Chittenden County (Burlington) has the highest volume.
How to File a Surplus Funds Claim in Vermont
Contact the court-appointed commissioner who conducted the sale
File a motion with the superior court in the county where the sale occurred
Provide proof of identity, ownership, and entitlement
The court reviews the motion and determines distribution
Surplus funds are disbursed per the court order
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Top Vermont Counties for Surplus Funds
These Vermont counties have the highest foreclosure volumes and are most likely to have unclaimed surplus funds:
Frequently Asked Questions — Vermont
Vermont allows 2 years to file a claim for surplus funds from a foreclosure sale. After this deadline, funds may be permanently forfeited or transferred to the state unclaimed property division.
Surplus amounts in Vermont typically range from $8,000–$20,000, depending on the property value, auction price, and outstanding debt. Some cases can be significantly higher.
Yes, you can file yourself. The process involves filing with the court, providing proof of ownership and identity, and navigating the legal requirements under Vermont Statutes Title 12 § 4953. Many claims are denied due to paperwork errors, which is why most people work with a recovery service.
We work on a contingency basis — no upfront fees. Our standard fee is 25% of the recovered amount. If you use our self-service portal, you save an additional 5%. If we don't recover anything, you owe nothing.
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