How to inventory your family's assets (a simple starter checklist)
13 Jun 2026
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Why a family asset inventory matters
If something happened to you tomorrow, could your family answer a simple question: what do we own, and where is the proof? An inventory turns scattered accounts, documents, and belongings into one clear picture.
What to include
- Property & big items — home, vehicles, valuables.
- Accounts & savings — banks, pensions, investments.
- Documents — wills, deeds, insurance policies, certificates.
- Obligations — mortgages and loans, so you see net worth.
Keep the proof, not just the number
For each item, note where the proof lives (a document, a photo, a serial number). A value without evidence is hard for anyone else to act on later.
Make it effortless
You don’t have to type it all. Snap a photo of a room or a document and let the app draft the record for you — then confirm, edit, or reject it.
Keep it current
Revisit quarterly, or whenever something significant changes. A living inventory is the one your family can actually rely on.