We know you have questions. Here are the ones we hear most — answered directly.
Is this a scam? How do I know this is real?
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The funds we contact you about are 100% real and verifiable. We will provide you with the public record from the Chatham County Tax Commissioner showing the exact amount being held in your name — before you sign anything or commit to our services. R.A.R.E. Consulting is a registered Georgia LLC, bonded, insured, and partnered with a licensed Georgia attorney. We never ask for your bank account information, Social Security number, or any sensitive personal data beyond what is required to verify your identity on the claim.
How do I know this money actually belongs to me?
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Georgia's tax sale records are public documents. When we contact you, we immediately provide the official county record showing your name, your former property address, the date of the tax sale, and the exact amount of excess funds being held. Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 48-4-5), these funds are legally yours for up to five years after the tax sale date. You can verify everything we show you independently through the Chatham County Tax Commissioner's office.
Why would I trust R.A.R.E. Consulting with my claim?
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Because we take all the risk. You pay us nothing unless we successfully recover your funds. We front every hour of research, every document, every filing, and all legal coordination out of our own pocket. If we don't collect — we absorb the loss, not you. We are also a Georgia registered and bonded firm operating with a licensed attorney partner, which means your claim is handled with full legal compliance and professional accountability at every step.
How long does the recovery process take?
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The typical recovery timeline is 30 to 90 days from the time we begin working your case. Simple administrative claims with no competing lienholders tend to resolve on the faster end. Cases requiring court appearances or lienholder negotiations may take longer. We will give you a realistic timeline estimate specific to your case before you commit to anything, and we keep you informed throughout the process.
Can I file this claim myself without using R.A.R.E. Consulting?
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Yes, you can attempt to file independently. However, the county process involves navigating specific legal requirements, potential lienholder claims, court filings, and statutory deadlines that vary by case complexity. Many homeowners who attempt to file on their own experience significant delays or rejections due to procedural errors — and in some Georgia counties, third-party representation through a licensed attorney is required anyway. Our value is in eliminating that complexity entirely, and doing it at zero cost to you unless we succeed.
What information do you need from me to get started?
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We keep our requirements minimal. To begin, we only need basic identity verification — typically a government-issued ID confirming you are the former property owner listed in the public record. We will never ask for your bank account details, routing numbers, Social Security number upfront, or any financial login credentials. Our intake process is designed to protect your privacy and personal information at every step.
What happens if you are unable to recover my funds?
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You owe us nothing. Our fee model is 100% contingency-based — we only get paid when you get paid. If for any reason we are unable to successfully recover your funds, we absorb every hour and every dollar we invested in your case. There is no invoice, no bill, and no obligation on your part. This is not a common outcome — we thoroughly vet every case before taking it on — but the guarantee is absolute regardless of what happens.
