<prompt> Human: My dad found some old State of CT Education Bonds while cleaning out a safe deposit box. I dont know much about this program, but this is what Dad says:The bonds total 4000 and matured in 2006. This means that theyve been maturing for an additional 12 years at around 5.8 interest, bringing them to a value of 7000.I recently paid off all of my college debt and dont anticipate incurring any further education-related expenses. Can I cash out these funds for other purposes e.g. to populate my emergency fund? Does anyone have experience with a similar situation?  <response>: You will have to contact the CT Department of Unclaimed property. Yes, you will be able to cash them out and use them at your discretion. It will be treated as income and youll be taxed at your normal rate. 