The key is to store the video somewhere else, even if it s stored at a friend or relatives house. Even better yet, store the video in your safe deposit box at your bank. A crucial step it to take inventory of everything you own in your home. Having this informaiton will speed your claim settlement. Keep your receipts, along with a description of the items.
Receipts are especially important for big ticket items such as computers and large appliances.
It also wouldn t hurt to describe on the videotapes or on the back of the photographs the items and their prices. This includes the prices, purchase dates and serial numbers. Update your inventory periodically. How often you need to refresh it will depend on when you make new purchases. If appropriate, record the date and purchase, brand name and purchase price of each item on a record card next to the picture.