Six things to note – no matter if you’re using a video camera, camera, or pad and pencil. Note, if you’re using a paper list and a media list, you only need all of this info on the paper list.

1. Item type: “kitchen microwave”
2. Item name brand: “GE Profile Spacemaker II Microwave Oven”
3. Item description: “White on black, counter top model, etc”
4. Item purchase date
5. Item serial and model number
6. Cost when purchased

This is one reason keeping warranty info organized is such a great plan; it helps with home inventories.

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Six Issues to Cover In Your Home Inventory

But I rent!: You can still make an inventory. I have renter’s insurance, and they asked for a simple list inventory, but I made a better digital camera inventory. You never know with those pesky insurance folks. No offense to any insurance folks, but believe me, I’ve has some challenges with a few, and you do want to be able to prove you have what you have.

Choices:

Notebook & camera: Use a notebook and write down everything of any monetary value. If you have renters or home insurance, they likely gave you a good checklist. If you didn’t get one, go room by room. As you go, take photos of everything you write down. Be sure the photo is clear and shows the whole item. 1/2 of a stereo system won’t fly. Get doubles made of your photos. After you develop the pictures keep one set with your notebook, and one somewhere else, like your best friend’s house or your sister’s home.

Computer & disc: Instead of writing your list, type it up and store it on your computer You should include pictures too. If you don’t know where to start, snag an inventory program like the one at KnowYourStuff.org and get going. Make sure you keep a copy downloaded elsewhere in case your computer dies, or is hurt in a home accident.

Camera & disc: You should still write everything down for your insurance company, but the pictures can stay on your camera (if you have room), or you can download them to a disc. Like the photo system above, keep one copy with your office items, and one elsewhere.

Video camera: Dictate as you walk through your house. Note any items of value. Download one copy to your computer, and send one to a friend. No YouTube

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Create A Home Inventory