Getting organized

Item Located where
Birth certificate  
Marriage certificate (if divorced)  
Divorce or annulment documents  
Will  
Power of attorney  
Living will  
Social Security information  
Medical records  
Disability insurance  
Health insurance  
Life insurance  
Homeowners' or renters' insurance  
Checking account  
Saving account  
Credit card records  
Retirement account  
Other investments  
Tax returns (keep indefinitely)  
Pay stubs  
Loan information  
Mortgage or lease  
Car title (if applicable)