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Which papers or records should I keep inside the home?

Last Updated: February 07, 2008

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The following important records should be kept at home in a waterproof, fireproof box:

* safe deposit box key
* safe deposit records and inventory of items
* list of emergency contacts (doctors, vets, financial advisors, clergy, reputable repair contractors, and family members)
* rental property records
* guarantees and warranties
* appliance manuals
* copies of insurance policies
* income tax returns
* current bank balances
* loan payment books
* employee benefits
* bank account, loan, credit card, investment account numbers
* Social Security numbers
* driver's license numbers
* copies of citizenship papers
* copies of birth certificates
* copies of marriage certificates
* educational records
* health records
* copies of immunization records
* copies of prescriptions for medicines and eyeglasses
* copies of veterinary/vaccination records
* health, dental, or prescription insurance cards

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