How do I find out if I own stock?

Contact the company you’ve invested in and ask for the investor relations department. Identify yourself, then inquire when the stock certificate was registered to you, and when it was mailed. The company should have a complete record of this transaction and should have tracked the certificate.

How do I know if my old share certificates are still valid?

First, look for any signs that suggest the stock certificate is still valid. A valid stock certificate bears the name of the beneficiary. Also, all seals and signatures should be undamaged. In other words, there should be no hole punches or stamps over any of the seals or signatures on the certificate.

How do I trace old shares?

You can trace other lost shares by contacting the three main share registrars: Link Asset Services (Linkgroup.eu or 0371664 0300); Computershare (Computershare.com/uk); and Equiniti (Equiniti.com or 0371 384 2030).

How do I retrieve old shares?

Recovery of Shares

1. Transfer of shares after death of an original shareholder.
2. Transfer of physical shares.
3. Recovery of lost shares.
4. Issue of duplicate shares.
5. The claim of shares from IEPF.
6. The claim of dividend from IEPF.
7. Following up with Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) for transfer of shares.

How do you find unclaimed stock?

The National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) has set up a free website at www.unclaimed.org that will link you to the appropriate department in each state that holds unclaimed funds.

How do I fill out the back of a stock certificate?

Generally, you do not have to fill in all the blanks on the back of the certificate. Look at the spelling of your name on the front of the certificate. You must endorse the back with the exact same spelling. Sign your name in the appropriate space on the back of the form.

How do I verify a stock certificate?

Check your paper certificate for a CUSIP number. This is the identifying number that must be on all paper certificates. You can use this number to check with the secretary of state’s office in the state of the company’s incorporation. They will be able to tell you information about the company.

How do you recover stocks that have been forgiven?

Companies that specialize in researching and recovering forgotten accounts can assist you in your search. All you need is the Social Security number or tax ID of the person who owned the stocks. If the certificates are found, you might be able to have them re-issued by the transfer agent.

What should I do if I Lost my stocks?

If your lost shares are long-term stock holdings, check to see if the company you remember was acquired or changed its name. If you are missing certificates, contact the issuing company, transfer agent or the stock brokerage where the shares were bought. Brokerage firms can research the history…

Can You track down missing stocks by company name?

A: People often make the mistake of trying to track down missing stocks by company name rather than by their own name. No matter how many times a company changes names, if shares still have value and go unclaimed, the company is supposed to submit those to the states for safekeeping.

How do I locate a lost stock certificate?

An issuing broker or transfer agent can help you locate stock shares that you have lost. You will need your Social Security number or tax ID to begin this process. Replacing a Lost Certificate