"The majority of Americans haven't included financial documents in their disaster plan," says Jim Judge, of the American Red Cross's Scientific Advisory Council.
Be prepared: Scan the paperwork below onto two CDs. Keep one at home and one in a safe deposit box.
* Driver's license and passport * Social Security card * Health insurance card * Insurance policies * Mortgage and other loan papers * Property deeds * Car title and registration * Marriage license * Your will * Last year's tax return * Bank and brokerage account numbers
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