The document discusses the importance of having a home inventory to prepare for potential disasters like fires or storms. It notes that relying only on memory after such an event can make filing insurance claims difficult and expensive. The document recommends using a home inventory service to accurately catalog all personal possessions and their value to facilitate insurance payouts in case of loss from disasters or theft.

1. Sometimes the difference between Having it all And losing it all… Is measured in minutes: A tragic fire. A devastating storm. A home invasion.

2. You never know when disaster may strike. Be prepared with a complete home inventory. Most homeowners are aware of the importance of a home inventory but simply don’t have the time or an established procedure to accurately record their personal property to maximize and simplify insurance claims. Relying solely on your memory can be an expensive mistake. A proper home inventory will create a record of what you own and the approximate value.

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4. 2. United States Fire Administration 16825 South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727 Phone (301) 447-1000 United States Fire Administration The following checklist serves as a quick reference and guide for you to follow after a fire strikes.

5. Natural disasters. It may seem like a long shot, but natural disasters occur much more often that you think.

6. Don’t assume that your home won’t be damaged should a natural disaster occur.

7. Even in the nicest neighborhoods, break-ins happen. And in this economy, where many people are out of work and without money to pay the bills, theft is a very real threat to you and your home . Even in the nicest neighborhoods, break-ins happen. And in this economy, where many people are out of work and without money to pay the bills, theft is a very real threat to you and your home.

8. Catalog Me provides written and photo- graphic records that will enable you to: Purchase sufficient insurance to replace the things you own. Get your insurance claims settled faster. Substantiate losses for income tax purposes.

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