So, I recently got a letter from a company called “GOVRECOVER”. They claim I am entitled to receive money back from my university due to an over payment. It appears to be from about 10yrs ago & the amount stated is about $3100. I looked into this company and they seem legit. Trusted Pilot has all kind of great reviews of people saying they are great and they got their money. I called the number on the letter and spoke to rep. He was nice and no major red flags (yet). They even stated I don’t have to give my SS number if I don’t want to. If I don’t, it would just take a little longer (& I am OK with this). No upfront fees either and basically he stated they would then take a 25% cut AFTER I get paid. I’m assuming when the money is ready to be distributed, they would get their $775
After researching a bit, I am seeing how some are saying I should maybe just go through the government on my own. I’m willing to try and do this, but who exactly would I contact about getting this process going? Or any other advice on how to recover these funds myself to possibly avoid the 25% fee?