About Us
Wai M Consultants is a discreet advisory practice helping individuals and small organisations recover funds they are legitimately entitled to. We specialise in navigating official processes, liaising with financial institutions and public agencies, and presenting claims in a clear, compliant way — so you don’t have to.
Many Australians and New Zealanders don’t realise how much money sits unclaimed across banks, superannuation, government agencies and other institutions. Public registers and government reports show substantial sums waiting to be claimed:
- Australia: regulators report roughly $2.3 billion held as “unclaimed money” in areas such as bank accounts, shares, investments and life insurance, while the Australian Taxation Office has identified many billions in lost or unclaimed superannuation accounts. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- New Zealand: government and media reporting show several hundred million dollars held as unclaimed funds with Inland Revenue and other agencies — amounts that continue to grow as records age and owners change contact details. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
What this means for you
- Money can become unclaimed for many ordinary reasons: address changes, name changes, inactive accounts, or missed correspondence.
- The types of funds that commonly become unclaimed include bank accounts, unclaimed wage or superannuation balances, tax refunds, life insurance proceeds, trust and solicitor trust accounts, and uncashed dividends. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
How we help (without giving away process details)
- We confidentially review the facts of your case and check public registers and agency records.
- If there’s something to pursue, we prepare the necessary documentation and liaise with the relevant organisations on your behalf.
- We prioritise compliance, confidentiality, and clear communication — our work is discreet and tailored to each client.
Why many people don’t know about their entitlements
- Unclaimed funds are spread across multiple registers and agencies, and many people aren’t aware of which registers to check or the eligibility criteria. Even when awareness exists, the administrative steps and documentation required can be confusing or time-consuming for busy people.
Get in touch
If you suspect you — or someone you represent — might have unclaimed funds, contact us for a confidential, no-obligation review. We will explain what we can check and how we can help, without disclosing any unnecessary details until you are ready.