My client, a premier unclaimed assets recovery firm that has recovered more than $1 billion for clients since 2000, is seeking a Claims Manager to own the full lifecycle of high-value claims tied to real estate surplus funds. If you're a strong commission salesperson who thinks like an investigator — someone who already understands that signing the client is only the beginning of the transaction — this is a rare opportunity to build a career in a niche, high-reward industry. Position is based in-office 5 days a week in Modesto, CA (1120 13th St A, Modesto, CA 95354), with minimal travel — mostly local, with occasional overnights only for reps chasing hard-to-reach contacts. Remote candidates with the right background will also be considered. Background Requirements Local (Modesto) candidates: Experienced commission salesperson Priority Local Backgrounds Mortgage lending and banking Insurance sales, claims, adjusting, or investigation Title and escrow; foreclosure/default servicing Private investigation, fraud investigation, skip tracing, or asset investigation Legal support, probate, and real estate legal work Sophisticated collections and financial recovery Other transaction-heavy commission sales
Compensation & Benefits:- Year 1 On-Target Earnings: $150KCommission: 10% on cumulative annual net profit up to $1,250,000; 15% from $1,250,001–$1,750,000; 20% above $1,750,000 — paid in addition to guaranteed salary
- At-plan earnings: $150K+Top reps earning: $400K+Full benefits package + 401(k)
- Average employee tenure of 10+ years
What You'll Be Doing:- Contacting heirs, former property owners, and lienholders entitled to surplus funds from county property sales, foreclosures, and auctions
- Researching claimants, properties, and entities through public records, databases, and online tools to untangle the chain of entitlement
- Building trust with skeptical strangers and closing signed client agreements
- Coordinating with title companies and attorneys, including court actions when needed
- Managing each file from first contact through final collection — juggling multiple active matters at once
We're especially interested in people who understand documents, ownership, loans, liens, deadlines, negotiation, and how to move a transaction from start to finish. Traditional residential Realtors whose experience is primarily listing and showing homes are not a priority background.
Not a Fit If You're Coming From
A real estate license or general residential real estate background alone
A high-volume, scripted call center environment
Strong sales numbers but little experience managing a deal after the close
