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Spring Clean.Your Home Office

Family Balance Sheet

As I was removed everything from the desk, I decided right then if it was trash and needed to be shredded, needed to be filed or put elsewhere, or donated. Either pay bills immediately or put them in a To-Be-Paid file. They are really not that expensive considering that they will help prevent identity theft. once again.

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How Long Should You Keep Financial Documents

Family Balance Sheet

Bills - Utility bills can be tossed the following month when you receive your next statement and it shows that the bill was paid, unless you need the bill for tax deduction purposes, then refer to Taxes below. Permanent home improvement bills should also be kept while you still own your home.