Triangle Surplus Funds Attorney for Raleigh, Durham, Cary & Apex
The Raleigh–Durham region has some of the highest home appreciation rates in the state, which means many foreclosure sales result in substantial surplus funds—sometimes tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars. These funds belong to the former owner, but recovering them typically requires the assistance of a Raleigh surplus funds lawyer due to strict filing requirements in Wake and Durham Counties.
As an attorney who has handled many cases in Wake County and Durham County, I guide clients through the legal process of recovering surplus funds, including drafting the petition, preparing the affidavit of title, authenticating exhibits, serving all potential claimants, and representing clients at hearings.
Common surplus funds issues in Raleigh and Durham include:
Deceased owners with no will or no estate opened
Multiple heirs spread across different states
LLCs or corporations that have been dissolved or suspended
Creditors or HOAs claiming a portion of the surplus
Errors or omissions in foreclosure documentation
Trustees depositing funds with the Clerk because ownership is disputed
I represent clients throughout Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest, and the broader Triangle area in:
Filing Petitions for Surplus Funds with the Wake County or Durham County Clerk
Establishing legal ownership under NC heirship and intestacy laws
Handling estate administration tied to foreclosure surplus
Recovering funds for dissolved or inactive business entities
Resolving lienholder or creditor claims
Appearing at hearings before Clerks and Superior Court judges
If your home in Wake or Durham County was foreclosed and sold for more than what was owed, you may be entitled to a significant foreclosure surplus. A Raleigh surplus funds attorney can help ensure you receive every dollar you’re entitled to.