{"id":771,"date":"2015-10-17T10:23:14","date_gmt":"2015-10-17T10:23:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pablobeach.shapiroinsurancegroup.com\/?p=771"},"modified":"2020-09-09T15:52:23","modified_gmt":"2020-09-09T15:52:23","slug":"home-inventory-documenting-personal-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pablobeach.shapiroinsurancegroup.com\/home-inventory-documenting-personal-property\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Inventory: Documenting Your Personal Property"},"content":{"rendered":"

Take time to do a home inventory of all of your personal property now, rather than later. A home inventory is a comprehensive report detailing your personal property with descriptions and photos. Not only will it give you a good chance to clean out some clutter but it is considered a key component to settling and documenting insurance claims in case of emergencies where loss is incurred. This ultimately saves you a ton of hassle in that instance and is valuable for estate and financial planning.<\/p>\n

Why is a Home Inventory Important<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Can you provide a detailed list of everything you own, when you purchased those items, the cost, make, model, and serial numbers? If not, a home inventory helps ensure you are sufficiently prepared to deal with potential losses and that your\u00a0insurance covers you appropriately<\/a><\/strong>. In order to file an insurance claim for lost, damaged, stolen, or destroyed items, a detailed list of those items is required for a smooth and maximized reimbursement. Remember that documented proof of ownership to receive a settlement is the responsibility of the policyholder.<\/p>\n

Home Inventory Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n

By completing a comprehensive home inventory you ensure you:<\/p>\n