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aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"selectDropdown__title\">What important documents should you store safely?<\/span><span class=\"selectDropdown__chevron\"><\/span><\/button><ul class=\"tabsList__items selectDropdown__list\"><li class=\"selectDropdown__list__item tabsList__item selected\"><a href=\"#h-what-important-documents-should-you-store-safely\">What important documents should you store safely?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"selectDropdown__list__item tabsList__item \"><a href=\"#h-where-should-you-store-important-documents\">Where should you store important documents?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__content__main tabListHeadings is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-block  pos-rel\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-inner-block  section-inner \" style=\"border-radius:0x\">\n<p>A streamlined and secure system can help prevent the frustration and panic of looking for something you need at a moment\u2019s notice. And, in the event of an insurance claim or a significant life event, proper storage will help you and the trusted people in your life find what is necessary during times of need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quick access and security are key considerations when it comes to keeping a document safe. Whether that\u2019s digitizing backup documents or safekeeping physical and original documents\u2014passports and birth certificates, for example\u2014for identification, we\u2019re sharing tips on how to help keep your essential documents safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key takeaways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list default is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>We all have various types of important documents that need to be protected.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Identification, insurance, financial, legal, health, housing, vehicle and employment documents are important to keep secure and in a safe place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">You can store important documents in a safety deposit box, a filing cabinet, or a fireproof lockbox.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Backups of important documents can be password-protected on digital cloud services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Always shred important documents you no longer need.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-important-documents-should-you-store-safely\">What important documents should you store safely?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Identifying what\u2019s important is the first step. We&#8217;ve listed below many kinds of paperwork that need document organization for safe storage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Personal identification and proof-of-identity documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these documents are OK to have on you when you leave the house on your daily outings (for example, a driver\u2019s licence is necessary to carry while driving), but others, such as&nbsp; your social insurance number, should be memorized and never carried around in your wallet or purse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Proof-of-identity documents include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list default is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Passport (fine to have on you for a trip, but store safely when not travelling)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Social insurance card and number (don\u2019t write the number down and make sure you leave your card at home)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Birth certificate and adoption records<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Marriage certificate or divorce decree<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item is-style-default default\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Citizenship-related documents<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item is-style-default default\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Driver\u2019s license<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item is-style-default default\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Government-issued photo identification card<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to make copies of all your identification documents and store them at home, in case you ever misplace them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Financial and legal documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your financial and legal paperwork stored safely (yet easily accessible) for banking, custody settlements, and estate planning. Be sure to include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list default is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Will and estate planning documents<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Power of attorney and health-care proxy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Bank account information<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Investment and retirement account details<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item is-style-default default\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Tax records and returns<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item is-style-default default\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Child custody agreements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item is-style-default default\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Life insurance documents<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Health-care records<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What important documents you choose to store here will vary. You might not need an emergency room form for that time your turkey-carving went sideways, but do include anything relating to your overall health and well-being. Health records to include are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list default is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Health insurance information, including your health card and any insurance information (such as details about the benefits you receive through work)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Medical history and prescriptions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Property and housing documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you own or rent, there\u2019s a surplus of paperwork that\u2019s important to keep close for reference or insurance claims:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list default is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Homeownership documents such as your deed or mortgage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Lease or rental agreements, including rent receipts if your landlord supplies them<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Property insurance policies for home and\/or rentals units and properties<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Appraisals<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Property tax bills<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Renovation receipts and remediation letters for structural changes (such as rewiring to remove old knob and tube) in case you need to show proof to your insurance company<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vehicle records<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vehicle ownership comes with a slew of documents you need to keep organized. Have these records on you when you are driving and store the copies of them at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list default is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Vehicle registration and title (keep these in your vehicle)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Auto insurance policies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Vehicle identification number (VIN), which you can also find on the driver\u2019s side dash of the windshield<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Do hang on to maintenance and repair history documents. While these don\u2019t need to be stored in your vehicle, they\u2019re good to keep, as they provide an overall picture of the reliability and safety of your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Education and employment records<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a><\/a>That diploma cost a pretty penny and is worthy of safekeeping. Many careers, such as real estate and teaching, require you to renew or update your licensing and certifications, which is why keeping your education and employment records secure and handy matters. Education and employment records include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list default is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Academic transcripts and diplomas<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default default\">Professional licences and certifications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-should-you-store-important-documents\">Where should you store important documents?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Different types of documents warrant different types of storage. Whatever way you choose to organize and store these papers, it\u2019s good practice to keep them away from heat and humidity. Store important paper documents in plastic sleeves (though, steer clear of polyvinyl chloride,&nbsp; a.k.a \u201cPVC,\u201d which can cause materials to break down very quickly).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find in your organization that you no longer need a receipt, bank statement, or other important document, use a paper shredder before discarding it. Check with your municipality on how to best dispose of shredded paper in your specific area, as the rules vary by region.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider these storage options as you tackle your document organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Safety deposit box<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Original documents\u2014proof of identity, certificates, social insurance cards, and property documents\u2014are items that can go in a safety deposit box. It might be worth sharing access to your safety deposit box with a trusted family member or a friend. In the event that you pass away or are injured, they will have quick access to your important documents. Talk to your bank about opening a safety deposit box at your home branch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Fire and waterproof lockbox or safe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to keep confidential or important documents at home instead of at a bank or a financial institution, consider a fire and waterproof lockbox or safe to keep things protected in the event of a fire or a flood. You can generally purchase these at big box hardware stores, office supply stores, or from various retailers online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Filing cabinet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The filing cabinet has been around since the 1890s\u2014and for good reason. It\u2019s the workhorse of efficiency and document management, but you need to take care where it\u2019s stored, to make sure your documents stay safe. We recommend storing yours in a cool, dry location, so your papers remain structurally intact and legible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Cloud-based storage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Living in the 21st century has its perks, and digital storage solutions are a great option for housing backups of your important documents. Ensure you use password protection (there are sites to help you generate strong passwords with a series of characters and numbers) to add a layer of security to personal documents. You can store passwords in a notebook you keep in your safety deposit box or locked in a safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, no matter what steps you take to protect your documents and identity online, you\u2019re still at risk. Cyber insurance helps to reduce the financial impacts of cyber crime by covering legal costs, the costs of an investigation, or the costs to restore stolen or corrupted data. This coverage can easily be added to your RBC Insurance home insurance policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>On your person<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some things you have to carry around as you\u2019re out and about, because they\u2019re used daily. Keep your driver\u2019s licence or identification card securely on you when you\u2019re not at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Important documents aren\u2019t the only things you\u2019ll want to keep safe in your home. 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