Home Inventory

A home inventory is a detailed record of your personal property—everything you own inside your home and on your property. It's an essential tool for insurance claims, estate planning, and general organization.

What to Include:

• Item description (brand, model, color)
• Serial numbers for electronics
• Purchase date and price
• Current estimated value
• Photos or video
• Receipts and documentation
• Location in home

  Benefits of a Home Inventory:

1. Insurance claims: Prove what you owned and its value 2. Coverage accuracy: Ensure you have adequate insurance 3. Tax purposes: Document charitable donations 4. Estate planning: Help heirs understand your assets 5. Moving: Know exactly what you're transporting 6. Organization: Understand what you own

How to Create One:

• Use a dedicated app like Dib
• Go room by room
• Photograph items and spaces
• Record serial numbers
• Store in the cloud for safety

  Maintenance:

Update after purchases, annually, and after major life events.