How To - Emergency Records On USB Thumb Drive

Step 8 Home Inventory

Ah, yes! All your stuff. This too can be simple or as complex as you want to make it.

WHAT TO INCLUDE-
Simply take photos of all you possessions, property and valuables. Make lists and add information about where you bought it, how long you've had it, what you paid for it and what it's worth. Scanning all you receipts would be good too.

You can even take short videos of each room in your house, your collection of fancy plates or anything else you wish. Speak clearly and get in close for good detail.

Detail is key here. The more detailed, the less the insurance companies will dispute it's worth.

HOW TO PREPARE IT-
1. Digital is king here. Use a digital camera and a digital camcorder that records small AVI or Quicktime videos.
2. Scan any receipts or records.
3. Use a spreadsheet program to make your lists and print to PDF OR
4. Use an inventory program speciall designed for this purpose, like "Home Inventory". here's the link.

Home Inventory

You can store it digitally or upload it to their secure servers.