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New Database Helps Seniors Find Lost Retirement Funds

2/5/2026

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The U.S. Department of Labor launched the Retirement Savings Lost and Found Database in late December 2024 to help older workers locate lost retirement funds.
The Retirement Savings Lost and Found Database has drawn 236,269 visitors.
The database serves individuals aged 65 and older and covers private-sector retirement benefits linked to users' Social Security numbers.
Future expansions may include younger workers and broader account types.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Labor launched the Retirement Savings Lost and Found Database in late December 2024 to help older workers locate lost retirement funds.
The Retirement Savings Lost and Found Database has drawn 236,269 visitors.
The database serves individuals aged 65 and older and covers private-sector retirement benefits linked to users' Social Security numbers.
Future expansions may include younger workers and broader account types.