You may never think that your home will be damaged by fire, but
it could happen to any of us! If by chance it did happen, would your important
documents be safe? Following is a list of important documents that should be
kept in a fire-safe container and how long to keep them in that safe place.
Type of Document
How Long to Keep
Birth or death certificate
Indefinitely
Contract
Seven years after contract expires
Deed
Indefinitely
Tax records
At least six years
Bank and credit card records
.Six years
Health records
Indefinitely
Mortgage or other loan papers
Three years after loan is paid off
Insurance policy
Four years after expiration date
Home and property inventory
Indefinitely
Marriage certificate and divorce, custody, or adoption
papers
