Where Do Parents Keep Their Important Documents?

So - your parents are getting older, a tad bit stubborn and want to continue their existing lifestyle as is? Shocking! Let me guess: they have not shown you where they keep their important documents or given any insight into their lives in case of an emergency? Time to take action getting your parents organized! Here are a few clues for the paperwork treasure hunt.

Filing Cabinet: Locked or in a home office.

Fireproof Safe: For high-value or irreplaceable documents (e.g., passports, birth certificates).

Desk Drawer: Often in the master bedroom or home office

Closet Organizer or Box: Stored high up or hidden in a master bedroom closet.

Off-site Storage Unit: Inside random boxes

Safe Deposit Box at a Bank: For things like wills, deeds, or original certificates.

Giant Paper Stack: Don't underestimate that a stack of magazines, old bills and junk mail won't also have wills, marriage licenses or vehicle titles.

It's a journey, probably not a fun one. But you'll feel so much better when it's done. Message us today to discuss your situation.