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Thursday, June 12, 2014

Keep Your Valuables Safe: Protecting Yourself From Natural Disaster

This is an reminder of the importance of keeping all of your important financial documents safe in case of a natural disaster or other such emergency.

1. Scan your records so that they're electronic
It is simple to scan all important documents (tax records, bank statements, insurance policies, etc) onto your computer and then save them in the manner on your choice. Some good options would be an external hard drive or send to a specific gmail account.

2. Buy a safe and store important documents in it
If you're simply not the computer savvy type and don't want to scan your financial documents, consider storing them in a safe.

2. Get out that camera and document your valuables
You should take photos of your most valuable items. This will allow you to have physical proof of your items, their condition and their worth when you claim the loss with your insurance. These photos may also be useful if you wish to claim the loss of your items as a deduction on your tax return.

3. Have an emergency plan
In the event of an emergency, the best thing you can do is have a plan (and a back up plan) for you and your family. In situations like these, preparation truly does save lives. Make sure you and your family have a separate plan for a variety of different emergency situations, such as earthquakes, floods, and tornadoes. It can also be helpful to rehearse this plan together as a family so that you can identify problems areas and familiarize each family member with the routine. If you are having a trouble forming a comprehensive plan on your own, this PSA guide can help.

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