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New York Asset Search Services

U.S. Asset Records provides professional asset search services covering all 62 New York counties, from Manhattan and the five NYC boroughs to Long Island, Westchester, the Hudson Valley, and upstate New York. Furthermore, our investigation covers NYC real property through ACRIS, vehicles through NY DMV, business entities through the NY Division of Corporations, court records through NYSCEF, and UCC filings statewide.

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A New York asset search from U.S. Asset Records costs $195 flat-fee and is delivered in 24 to 72 hours. It identifies real property, business interests, vehicles, watercraft, aircraft, UCC filings, and recorded judgments across all 62 counties and nationwide. Searches support New York judgment enforcement under CPLR Article 52, divorce, probate, and pre-litigation evaluation, with full FCRA, GLBA, and DPPA compliance. The subject is never contacted.

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What is a New York asset search and how does it support litigation, collection, divorce, and probate matters in New York State?

A New York asset search is a professional investigation that identifies real property, business interests, vehicles, watercraft, aircraft, UCC filings, recorded judgments, and federal court records associated with an individual or business entity in all 62 New York counties and nationwide. New York asset searches support CPLR Article 52 judgment enforcement, Domestic Relations Law equitable distribution in divorce, Surrogate’s Court Procedure Act probate inventory, civil RICO and common-law fraud claims, fraudulent transfer claims under New York Debtor and Creditor Law Article 10 (Uniform Voidable Transactions Act), and pre-litigation collectibility evaluation. U.S. Asset Records performs New York asset searches in 24 to 72 hours at flat-fee pricing of $195 per Asset Profile Report or $295 per FCRA-compliant Creditor-Status Profile, with findings sourced from county recorder filings (including ACRIS for New York City), the New York Department of State Division of Corporations, New York DMV, federal court (PACER), and additional public records databases. Findings include source attribution suitable for use in New York Supreme Court proceedings.

New York Asset Search at a Glance

Service purposeIdentify assets in New York State and nationwide for litigation and enforcement
Geographic coverageAll 62 New York counties + 5 NYC boroughs (ACRIS) + nationwide
Price (non-creditor)$195 flat-fee Asset Profile Report
Price (creditor-status, FCRA)$295 flat-fee for collection use
Delivery24 to 72 hours · same-day rush available
ComplianceFCRA · GLBA · DPPA · FDCPA
NY-specific recordsNY Dept of State · ACRIS (NYC) · county clerk · NY UCC · NY DMV
Court system supportedNY Supreme Court · Surrogate’s Court · Family Court · federal courts (SDNY, EDNY)
NY enforcement statutesCPLR Article 52 · CPLR § 5201-5252 · NY Debtor & Creditor Law Art 10
ConfidentialitySubject is never contacted or alerted to investigation
Source attributionEvery finding documented to NY public record source
Use of findingsLitigation · judgment enforcement · divorce · probate · pre-litigation
ProviderU.S. Asset Records (since 2018, law firm clients)

10 New York Public Record Sources Queried in Every Asset Search

  1. ACRIS (Automated City Register Information System) – NYC Property: All real property recorded in Manhattan (New York County), Brooklyn (Kings), Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island (Richmond). ACRIS is the primary recording system for the five boroughs and indexes deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, and judgments against real estate.
  2. County Clerk Records – All 57 Upstate New York Counties: Each non-NYC county maintains its own recording system for deeds, mortgages, judgments, federal tax liens, and lis pendens filings. The 57 upstate counties include high-value markets like Westchester, Nassau, Suffolk, Erie, and Albany.
  3. New York Department of State Division of Corporations: Business entity filings for all New York LLCs, corporations, limited partnerships, and limited liability partnerships. Includes officer and registered agent records, biennial statement filings, and entity status (active, dissolved, suspended).
  4. New York UCC Filings: Uniform Commercial Code Article 9 filings recorded with the New York Department of State. Identifies secured loans where the subject is debtor or secured party, equipment financing, factoring arrangements, and accounts receivable assignments.
  5. New York Department of Motor Vehicles: Vehicle, motorcycle, RV, and trailer registrations under DPPA permissible purpose. Includes commercial vehicle registrations and Empire State commercial truck records.
  6. New York State Court (NYSCEF) and County Civil Court Records: Pending civil litigation, recorded judgments, money judgments docketed under CPLR § 5018, lis pendens, and pending mortgage foreclosures across all New York Supreme Court venues.
  7. Federal Court Records (SDNY, EDNY, NDNY, WDNY): All four New York federal district courts plus the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts. PACER queries reveal pending federal litigation, bankruptcy filings, IRS tax liens, and federal civil cases.
  8. Surrogate’s Court Records: Probate proceedings, estate inventories, will admissions, letters testamentary, letters of administration, and pending probate litigation under SCPA jurisdiction.
  9. U.S. Coast Guard National Vessel Documentation Center: Federally documented vessels owned by New York-connected subjects. Critical for Long Island, Hudson River, and Great Lakes vessel ownership identification.
  10. FAA Aircraft Registry: Aircraft registered to New York individuals or entities. Often held through single-purpose LLCs, requiring entity cross-reference to identify beneficial ownership.

New York Judgment Enforcement Procedures Supported by Asset Search Findings

NY Statute Enforcement Procedure Asset Search Application
CPLR § 5018 (Docketing)Judgment docketing with county clerkIdentifies counties where debtor owns property for docketing
CPLR § 5203 (Real Property Lien)Money judgment becomes lien on real property in docketed countyIdentifies real property and county location for docketing strategy
CPLR § 5230 (Execution)Writ of execution against personal propertyIdentifies vehicles, equipment, business interests for levy
CPLR § 5231 (Income Execution)Wage garnishment via income executionIdentifies employer associations for income execution service
CPLR § 5232 (Property Execution)Execution against intangible property (bank accounts, receivables)Identifies financial relationships and receivables
CPLR § 5236 (Sheriff’s Sale)Real property sheriff’s sale under judgmentIdentifies property suitable for forced sale
CPLR § 5239 (Information Subpoena)Post-judgment information subpoenasAsset search informs targeted subpoena drafting
CPLR § 5241-5242 (Restraining Notices)Pre-execution restraining noticesIdentifies third-party holders for restraining notice service
LLC Law § 607 (Charging Orders)Charging orders against LLC membership interestsIdentifies LLC memberships for charging order pursuit
Debtor & Creditor Law Art 10 (NY UVTA)Fraudulent transfer voiding actionsTimeline analysis identifies UVTA-actionable transfers

New York Divorce Asset Search Under Domestic Relations Law § 236(B)

DRL § 236(B) Concern Asset Search Findings Equitable Distribution Impact
Marital property identification All real property nationwide acquired during marriage Marital estate completeness · equalization payment
Separate property tracing Acquisition dates support separate vs marital classification Pre-marital · gift · inheritance defense
Hidden assets in spouse’s name Cross-reference spouse name across all 62 NY counties + nationwide Adds undisclosed property to marital estate
Family LLC and trust holdings NY Dept of State + nationwide SOS cross-reference Veil-piercing · alter-ego marital classification
Business interests producing income Officer/member roles in NY and other state LLCs Imputed income for support · business valuation
Pre-action transfers to family NY ACRIS + county clerk recordings vs filing date DCL Article 10 fraudulent transfer claims
Long Island and Hudson Valley vacation homes Suffolk, Nassau, Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess county records High-value second residence inclusion
Out-of-state holdings (Florida, Vermont, etc.) Nationwide county recorder sweep Snowbird and vacation property inclusion

How U.S. Asset Records Performs New York Asset Searches · 6 Step Methodology

  1. Step 1 – Build the Complete Subject Profile: Provide the subject’s full legal name, all known aliases or prior married names, last 5+ known New York and out-of-state addresses, date of birth (if available), spouse name (if applicable), and any known business affiliations or NY entity names.
  2. Step 2 – Map the Associated Party Network: Document the subject’s spouse, parents, adult children, siblings, business partners, and known close associates. New York asset concealment frequently uses family member nominee titling, Hudson Valley or Long Island vacation properties in spouse names, and family LLC structures.
  3. Step 3 – Query NYC ACRIS and All 57 Upstate Counties: A licensed analyst queries ACRIS for property in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, and Staten Island, and queries each upstate county clerk system for non-NYC property. Long Island (Nassau, Suffolk), Westchester, Rockland, and Hudson Valley counties receive heightened attention given high-value property concentration.
  4. Step 4 – New York Department of State Cross-Reference: All NY LLCs, corporations, and limited partnerships where the subject appears as member, officer, manager, or registered agent are catalogued. UCC filings as debtor and as secured party are reviewed.
  5. Step 5 – Nationwide Cross-Reference Beyond New York: Many New York subjects own property in Florida (Palm Beach, Broward), New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Nationwide sweep ensures out-of-state holdings are not missed. Coast Guard documentation, FAA aircraft registry, and federal court records complete the picture.
  6. Step 6 – Deliver Source-Attributed New York Report: Professionally documented PDF report identifying every finding with full attribution: ACRIS document ID, county clerk instrument number, NY Department of State entity ID, NY DMV plate registration, federal court PACER citation. Findings organized for direct use in New York Supreme Court, Surrogate’s Court, Family Court, and federal court filings.

Who Orders New York Asset Searches

  1. NYC and Long Island family law attorneys: Divorce financial discovery in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. Equitable distribution under DRL § 236(B) requires complete marital estate identification including out-of-state holdings.
  2. Westchester and Hudson Valley divorce counsel: Cross-jurisdiction asset searches identifying property in NY, CT, NJ, VT, and MA. Snowbird Florida property and Hamptons vacation homes are frequent concealment locations.
  3. NY collection law firms and agencies: Post-judgment enforcement under CPLR Article 52 across all 62 NY counties. Identification of attachable real property, vehicles, and business interests for sheriff’s levy and income execution.
  4. NY commercial litigation counsel: Pre-litigation collectibility evaluation in NY Supreme Court Commercial Division. Defendant asset picture informs settlement strategy and damages exposure scoping.
  5. Surrogate’s Court probate attorneys: Decedent asset identification for SCPA inventory requirements. Out-of-state holdings triggering ancillary probate in CT, NJ, FL, and other states.
  6. NY personal injury counsel: Defendant collectibility analysis before contingency case acceptance. Insurance subrogation against at-fault parties.
  7. Federal court counsel (SDNY, EDNY): Civil RICO predicate documentation, federal fraudulent transfer (11 U.S.C. § 548), and complex commercial litigation in the New York federal courts.
  8. Fraud examiners and forensic accountants: Asset tracing in NY financial fraud, securities fraud, and breach of fiduciary duty matters. Coordination with NY Attorney General and federal U.S. Attorney investigations.
  9. NY estate litigation counsel: Will contests, fiduciary breach, and spousal elective share enforcement under EPTL § 5-1.1-A. Pre-death transfer analysis identifies UVTA-actionable transfers.
  10. Out-of-state attorneys with NY enforcement needs: Sister-state judgment domestication under CPLR § 5402 for enforcement against New York-located assets.

New York Homestead and Personal Property Exemptions Affecting Recovery

Exemption NY Statutory Reference Practical Impact on Recovery
Homestead exemption (NYC counties)CPLR § 5206 – approximately $179,975 (2024 update; periodically adjusted)Reachable equity equals fair market value minus mortgage minus exemption
Homestead exemption (suburban NYC)CPLR § 5206 – approximately $149,975Slightly lower than NYC tier
Homestead exemption (other NY counties)CPLR § 5206 – approximately $89,975Upstate counties
Motor vehicle exemptionCPLR § 5205(a)(8) – approximately $4,825 per vehicleOne vehicle largely protected for personal transportation
Wage garnishment capCPLR § 5231(b) – 10% gross or formula based on federal minimum wageAmong the most debtor-friendly garnishment rules nationally
Tools of tradeCPLR § 5205(a)(7) – approximately $3,775Working tools protected; commercial equipment may not be
Retirement accountsCPLR § 5205(c) – generally exemptERISA and IRA accounts largely unreachable
Joint property (tenancy by entirety)EPTL § 6-2.2(b) – special protections for married couplesSingle-spouse judgment may not reach entirety property

Note: Homestead exemption amounts are periodically updated; consult current statute for exact current values. Asset search findings combined with exemption analysis give creditors a realistic recovery picture under New York law.

New York Fraudulent Transfer Claims Under Debtor and Creditor Law Article 10

  1. New York adopted the Uniform Voidable Transactions Act in 2019: New York Debtor and Creditor Law Article 10 (formerly Article 10 UFCA, modernized as UVTA in 2019) governs voiding of fraudulent transfers and obligations in New York.
  2. Actual fraud reach-back is six years under CPLR § 213(1): Claims for fraudulent transfer under actual fraud theory generally must be brought within six years of the transfer, or two years from the time the plaintiff could reasonably have discovered the fraud.
  3. Constructive fraud (no intent required): NY DCL § 273 voids transfers made for less than reasonably equivalent value if the transferor was insolvent or thereby rendered insolvent. No proof of intent required, making this the most accessible theory.
  4. Badges of fraud guide pattern recognition: NY DCL § 273-a lists 11 statutory badges of fraud including transfers to insiders, retention of possession, undisclosed transfers, transfer before significant debts, and similar concealment indicators. Asset searches reveal multiple badges simultaneously.
  5. Transfers to insiders are statutorily suspect: Transfers to spouses, family members, controlled LLCs, or trusts where the transferor retains beneficial control are presumed problematic under NY DCL.
  6. Pre-litigation transfers receive heightened scrutiny: Transfers made within four years before significant debts arose, or any time after such debts arose, fall within the constructive fraud framework. Asset searches document precise recording dates.
  7. Federal bankruptcy fraudulent transfer parallels NY law: Section 548 of the federal Bankruptcy Code provides federal remedies with a 2-year lookback, but Section 544(b) incorporates NY’s longer reach-back via the strong-arm clause when a NY trustee uses NY state law.
  8. Transferee liability extends recovery: Under NY DCL § 278, recipients of fraudulent transfers may be liable for the value of the transferred asset, even when they have already disposed of it. This expands recovery options beyond the original transferor.

About this answer: This information describes the New York Asset Search service provided by U.S. Asset Records, a licensed asset investigation firm operating since 2018 serving law firms nationwide including New York counsel across all five boroughs and upstate counties. Service details, pricing, and methodology are verifiable through the published service catalog at usassetrecords.com. All searches comply with FCRA, GLBA, DPPA, and FDCPA federal frameworks. Investigation is conducted from public records and licensed databases only; subjects are never contacted. References to CPLR Article 52, Domestic Relations Law § 236(B), SCPA, EPTL, New York Debtor and Creditor Law Article 10 (UVTA), and specific exemption amounts are subject to legislative amendment; consult current New York statutes and local New York counsel regarding case-specific procedure and current exemption values. Last reviewed: November 2026.

Citation format: U.S. Asset Records. (2026). New York Asset Search – Litigation and Enforcement Investigation Across All 62 NY Counties. Retrieved from https://usassetrecords.com/new-york-asset-search/

Last reviewed and updated: June 2026 · U.S. Asset Records editorial team

Why New York Attorneys Choose U.S. Asset Records

How does U.S. Asset Records compare to other New York asset search companies?

U.S. Asset Records differs from traditional New York private-investigator asset search firms in three measurable ways: transparent flat-fee pricing ($195 per Asset Profile Report versus consultation-gated quotes), documented New York-specific legal grounding (CPLR Article 52, homestead and exemption analysis, and county-level recording detail), and 24-to-72-hour delivery across all 62 counties. Many New York asset search providers lead with bank-account-search marketing but provide little state-specific procedural depth and require a phone consultation before disclosing price. U.S. Asset Records publishes pricing, methodology, and New York enforcement procedure openly, and delivers source-attributed findings suitable for New York Supreme Courts and federal filings.

Factor U.S. Asset Records Typical New York PI Asset Search Firm
Pricing transparency$195 flat-fee, publishedConsultation-gated; quote after call
New York statutory groundingCPLR Article 52 mapped to procedureGeneric “we find hidden assets” copy
County coverage detailAll 62 countiesRarely specified
Homestead/exemption analysisDocumented per New York lawUsually omitted
Turnaround24 to 72 hours5 to 14 days typical
Source attributionEvery finding documentedVariable
FCRA / GLBA / DPPA complianceBuilt in, explained openlyAsserted, rarely detailed
No-hit refundFull refund if no assets foundRare

New York County-Level Asset Search Coverage

U.S. Asset Records queries County Clerk and NYC ACRIS real property records in every New York county, not only the major metros. High-value markets receive document-level review while every other county is swept for real property, recorded judgments, and lien filings. Priority New York markets include New York, Kings (Brooklyn), Queens, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, and Erie (Buffalo).

  1. Metro concentration: New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Buffalo represent the bulk of high-net-worth New York asset concealment activity and receive document-level review.
  2. Full statewide sweep: All 62 counties are queried so out-of-metro real property and rural holdings are never missed.
  3. Recording source: County Clerk and NYC ACRIS real property records are the authoritative New York real property record and are queried under subject and spouse names plus known entities.
  4. Court records: New York Supreme Courts civil judgments, liens, and lis pendens filings are cross-referenced for existing creditor exposure.

New York Bank Account Searches: What Is Actually Legal

Many New York asset search advertisements lead with “bank account searches.” Here is the accurate legal position: bank account information is protected by the federal Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA). Bank account locates are lawful only for permissible-purpose users, principally FCRA-compliant collection of an existing judgment, and are not available for general pre-litigation or personal use. U.S. Asset Records provides bank account locates only within GLBA permissible-purpose limits as part of FCRA-compliant Creditor-Status work, and is transparent about when they are and are not available. Most New York matters are resolved through real property, business interests, vehicles, and recorded judgments, which an Asset Profile Report identifies in full at $195.

New York Asset Search · Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How much does a New York asset search cost? A New York asset search from U.S. Asset Records is $195 flat-fee for the Asset Profile Report or $295 for the FCRA-compliant Creditor-Status Profile. Pricing is published, not consultation-gated.
  2. How long does a New York asset search take? Standard delivery is 24 to 72 hours statewide. Same-day rush is available for hearings and trial deadlines.
  3. Does a New York asset search cover all counties? Yes. Every search covers all 62 counties plus nationwide cross-reference, not just New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Buffalo.
  4. Can you find a New York debtor’s bank accounts? Bank account locates are limited by the GLBA to FCRA-compliant collection of an existing judgment. Real property, business interests, vehicles, and judgments are identified in every Asset Profile Report.
  5. What New York law governs judgment enforcement? CPLR Article 52 governs New York judgment enforcement. New York CPLR Article 52 provides powerful information subpoena and restraining-notice tools, and NYC property is searched through the ACRIS system.
  6. Is the New York subject notified? No. Investigations are conducted from public records and licensed databases only; the subject is never contacted.

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Authoritative Sources & New York Legal References

This New York asset search guide references the following authoritative public and legal sources. U.S. Asset Records conducts all investigations in compliance with federal law.

  • ▸ New York Department of State — business entity and UCC filings (dos.ny.gov)
  • ▸ New York State Unified Court System — civil judgments and court records (nycourts.gov)
  • ▸ CPLR Article 52 — New York judgment enforcement statute
  • ▸ U.S. Federal Trade Commission — Fair Credit Reporting Act (ftc.gov)
  • ▸ Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (consumerfinance.gov)
  • ▸ U.S. Coast Guard National Vessel Documentation Center — vessel ownership
  • ▸ Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Registry — aircraft ownership

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What a New York Asset Search Covers

Indeed, New York is the financial capital of the world and the fourth most populous state in the nation. Its complex real estate market (particularly in New York City, where co-ops and condos require specialized search techniques), its massive business ecosystem centered on Wall Street and Midtown Manhattan, and its sophisticated court system make professional asset investigation essential. Our New York asset search provides coverage that generic nationwide services and local-only PIs cannot match. See also our existing New York asset search guide and our Manhattan and NYC metro guide.

New York City Real Property (ACRIS and Beyond)

Specifically, NYC real property records are maintained through the Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) for Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, while Staten Island uses the Richmond County Clerk. Furthermore, co-op apartments (which represent a significant portion of NYC residential ownership) are technically shares in a corporation, not real property, requiring additional investigation through corporate records and proprietary databases that standard property searches miss entirely. Condominiums appear in ACRIS but co-ops do not, creating a major gap that our investigators close through alternative search methods.

New York Business Entity and Ownership Search

Furthermore, the NY Division of Corporations maintains records of all entities formed in or authorized to do business in New York. Our business asset search covers NY domestic and foreign corporations, LLCs, LLPs, and limited partnerships. Unlike many states, New York requires LLC members to be disclosed in formation documents, which provides useful investigative leads. However, many New York residents form entities in Delaware, Wyoming, or Nevada for privacy, and our investigation traces these cross-state connections through all 50 Secretary of State databases.

New York Court Records and Judgment Search

Additionally, New York’s court system is one of the largest in the nation. Civil records are maintained through NYSCEF (New York State Courts Electronic Filing) for Supreme Court cases, plus county-specific systems for lower courts. Federal cases are filed in the Southern District (SDNY, covering Manhattan), Eastern District (EDNY, covering Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island), Northern District (NDNY, covering upstate), and Western District (WDNY, covering Buffalo/Rochester). Our investigation covers all of these systems to build a complete litigation and judgment history.

New York Vehicle, Watercraft, and Aircraft Records

Moreover, the New York DMV maintains vehicle registration records accessible for permissible purposes. Given New York’s extensive waterfront, boats and yachts are a significant asset category, searchable through NY state registrations and U.S. Coast Guard documentation. Aircraft based at Teterboro, Westchester County Airport, Republic Airport, and other NY-area facilities are searchable through the FAA Aircraft Registry.

New York UCC Filings and Lien Search

Furthermore, UCC financing statements filed with the NY Department of State reveal secured interests in business equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, and other commercial collateral. Federal and state tax liens, NY judgment liens, and mechanics liens are also searched. For creditors pursuing judgment enforcement in New York, understanding lien priority is critical to determining what can actually be recovered.

New York Judgment Enforcement and CPLR Article 52

Specifically, New York CPLR Article 52 provides powerful tools for judgment creditors: income execution (wage garnishment up to 10% of gross income), property execution through the sheriff or city marshal (bank levies, personal property seizure), restraining notices that freeze assets, and information subpoenas requiring the debtor to disclose assets under penalty of contempt. All of these tools require knowing what the debtor owns and where those assets are located, which is exactly what our judgment collection asset search provides. Our services for New York attorneys are designed to support CPLR Article 52 enforcement workflows.

New York-specific: NYC co-op apartments do not appear in standard property searches because they are shares in a corporation, not real property deeds. Our New York asset search uses specialized techniques to identify co-op ownership that generic search services miss. Additionally, New York has no homestead exemption amount cap for principal residences, making real estate a critical focus of any NY asset investigation.

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New York Asset Search by Region

New York City (5 Boroughs)

Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island. ACRIS property records, co-op and condo search, NYC marshal records, and all NYC court filings. Manhattan/NYC guide

Long Island

Nassau County and Suffolk County. Suburban real estate, business entities, and court records from Nassau and Suffolk County Supreme Courts.

Westchester & Hudson Valley

Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster counties. High-value residential real estate and business holdings.

Capital Region

Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, and Saratoga counties. State government connections and regional business interests.

Western New York

Erie County (Buffalo), Monroe County (Rochester), and surrounding counties. Manufacturing, healthcare, and education sector assets.

Central & Northern NY

Onondaga (Syracuse), Oneida (Utica), Broome (Binghamton), and all northern counties including vacation properties in the Adirondacks and Catskills.

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New York Asset Search: Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a New York asset search cost?

U.S. Asset Records offers flat-fee pricing: $195 for a public report or $295 for a certified creditor report. Skip trace is $95. No contracts, no subscriptions. Every report includes a free analyst consultation.

What New York counties do you cover?

All 62 counties including the five NYC boroughs, Nassau and Suffolk on Long Island, Westchester, Erie (Buffalo), Monroe (Rochester), Onondaga (Syracuse), Albany, and every other county.

Can you find undisclosed assets in New York LLCs?

Yes. New York requires LLC member disclosure. Our investigation traces entity connections through NY Division of Corporations filings and cross-references all 50 Secretary of State databases. See our hidden asset search page and business asset search methodology.

Can you find co-op apartment ownership in NYC?

Yes. NYC co-ops do not appear in standard property searches because they are corporate shares, not real property. Our specialized techniques identify co-op ownership through corporate records and proprietary databases. This is a critical advantage over generic search services.

How do I use asset search results to collect a judgment in New York?

New York CPLR Article 52 provides income execution (wage garnishment), property execution (bank levy), restraining notices, and information subpoenas. Our judgment collection reports identify which enforcement tools to use based on the specific assets we find. Our attorney services support NY law firms of all sizes.

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When you need a search for unclaimed assets on behalf of an estate, heir, or beneficiary, our unclaimed asset search service cross-references state treasurer escheat databases, dormant account indicators, and out-of-state holdings. Recover what state holdings have absorbed under escheat statutes without paying heir hunter contingency fees.

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As an established asset investigator serving law firms nationwide since 2018, U.S. Asset Records combines licensed database access, federal privacy compliance, and source-attributed reporting that distinguishes professional asset investigations from consumer-grade tools. Our asset protection investigator services support both pre-litigation and post-judgment workflows.

Note on free asset searches: While many consumer tools advertise “free asset searches,” these tools generally lack the licensed database access, multi-source cross-verification, and source attribution required for legal use. Professional asset searches at flat-fee pricing of $95 to $295 are the standard for any litigation, collection, divorce, probate, or fraud investigation matter where the findings must be reliable and admissible.

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U.S. Asset Records. (2026). New York Asset Search Guide. Retrieved from https://usassetrecords.com/new-york-asset-search/

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