| Very important: (Keep in safe deposit box or fireproof safe or box) | Important: (Keep in safe place in the house so others can find this information) |
| Adoption papers | Automobile registration, maintenance |
| Automobile titles (Include other titles for boats, trailers, etc.) | Bank statements with cancelled checks (3 years for personal) |
| Bank savings certificates and information | Copies of information that is in the safe-deposit box |
| Birth certificates | Credit card information, statements, etc. |
| Citizenship papers | Education information (diplomas, financial aid, correspondence) |
| Custody agreements | Employment history |
| Death certificates and papers | Home improvement information |
| Divorce decree and papers | Income statements, pay stubs |
| Household inventory | Insurance information, statements |
| Insurance policies | Investment information, statements |
| Leases | Loan information |
| Legal documents (contracts, bill of sales, court papers, etc. | Mortgage statements |
| Licenses | Receipts for major purchases |
| Marriage licenses | Social security information |
| Medical and immunization records | Tax receipts for itemized deductions |
| Military records | Tax returns along with all forms and receipts needed for audits |
| Mortgage and closing papers, titles | Warranties and service contracts |
| Passport | |
| Photos | |
| Stock certificates | |
| Wills |