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2019 Fall Forum Granting Their Wish...Answers to Questions They Never Thought to Ask You The Norsym "White Binder" Section List Thi^bjnder serves as a handy reference for our family. Each section contains "How to Contact" details and/or copies of important documents. The originals of Will, Powers of Attorney, Trust documents, etc. along with insurance policies, titles to home and autos, passports, etc. are kept in fireproof file box. We update information in the sections periodically but at least once a year. There is no one RIGHT WAY to do this, but I believe the RIGHT THING is to do this, because You never know ©! 1. Index of sections. 2. Contact List: Family members, close friends, attorney, accountant, investment advisor, pension office, physicians, social security office, etc. Includes a summary of family birth/death history and property holdings. 3. Banks and account/CD information. 4. Benefits summary (Pension, Social Security). Details are in separate sections. 5. Credit Card information. 6. Global Entry Cards or TSA documents. Copy - originals in firebox. 7. Health Care Power of Attorney. Copy - originals in firebox. 8. Income Tax preparer contact information and/or information on documents needed to complete tax forms. 9. Insurance - Auto and Home. Contact information; policies in firebox. Over—>

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2019 Fall Forum

Granting Their Wish...Answers to Questions They Never Thought to Ask You

The Norsym "White Binder" Section ListThi^bjnder serves as a handy reference for our family. Each section contains "How to Contact" detailsand/or copies of important documents. The originals of Will, Powers of Attorney, Trust documents,etc. along with insurance policies, titles to home and autos, passports, etc. are kept in fireproof filebox. We update information in the sections periodically but at least once a year. There is no oneRIGHT WAY to do this, but I believe the RIGHT THING is to do this, because You never know ©!

1. Index of sections.

2. Contact List: Family members, close friends, attorney, accountant, investmentadvisor, pension office, physicians, social security office, etc. Includes a summaryof family birth/death history and property holdings.

3. Banks and account/CD information.

4. Benefits summary (Pension, Social Security). Details are in separate sections.

5. Credit Card information.

6. Global Entry Cards or TSA documents. Copy - originals in firebox.

7. Health Care Power of Attorney. Copy - originals in firebox.

8. Income Tax preparer contact information and/or information on documentsneeded to complete tax forms.

9. Insurance - Auto and Home. Contact information; policies in firebox.Over—>

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Norsym "White Binder" Section Listing - Cont'd

10.Insurance - Health and Life. Contact information; policies in firebox.

11.Investment details and advisor's contact Information.

12.Medications and pharmacy information.

13.Mortgage and/or Line of Credit information {primary/vacation homes, etc.).

14.Passport copies. Originals in firebox.

15.Passwords-for "important" sites (online access to pensions, social security,banks, insurance, investments, and credit cards) and all the others©.

16.Pension & Social Security details.

17.Physician list with contact information.

18. Power of Attorney- Financial. Copy-original in firebox.

19.Trust Documents. Copy - original in firebox.

20. Wills. Copy - original in firebox.

21. Works of Art/Valuable jewelry. Lists with information as to monetary orsentimental value. Include provenance documents and/or receipts, if available.

And, FINALLY ...although it might be needed FIRST...22.Final Arrangement Directions.

If you take the time to organize even some of this information, your family with think ofyou as an....

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2019 Fall Forum

Some Additional Resources on the Topic of Helping Those You Leave Behind

Please Note: This list does not constitute an endorsement of these books, websites or individuals.

Books (Alphabetical by Author)1. Everything You Need to Know When I'm Gone - End of Life Planner for Affairs and Last

Wishes: A Simple Guide for My Family to Make My Passing Easier.Brinley, Ava

2. Get It Together: Organize Your Records So Your Family Won't Have ToCullen, Melanie

3. When I'm Gone...Practical Notes for Those You Leave BehindFraser, Kathleen

4. Just in Case: A Record of Vital Information in the Event of Emergency, Natural Disaster,Prolonged Illness, or Death

Levine, Amy

5. Oh Shit I Am Dead: Important Information For My Loved Ones For When I Am GoneNguyen, Maggie

6. I'm Dead, Now What? Peace of Mind Planner: Important Information about MyBelongings, Business Affairs, and Wishes

Peter Pauper Press, Inc.

7. Read This.. .When I'm Dead: A Guide to Getting Your Stuff Together For Your LovedOnes

Presley, Annie and Howard, Christy

8. I'm Dead; Now What to Do When I Am Gone. Book Planner - What My family shouldKnow: Record Book & Organizer of the Details That Family Members & Close FriendsShould Know When I Die; Preparing for Death

ZenWerkz

Other Resources:

A. The Last Piece of the Estate Planning Puzzle: Alhambra Investments. Website with worksheets:https://www.alhambrapartners.com/2019/09/24/the-last-piece-of-the-estate-planning-puzzle/

B. Life in Motion Guide - an end-of-life planning workbook by Karen Purze, who offers assistance withthis task. Use code SUAA2019 before!2/31/19 to receive 10% off.Website: https://lifeinmotionguide.com

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Norsym "White Binder" Section Content Sample

Insurance Home, Auto, LiabilityAugust 2019

(Policies kept in black file box in library; bills in file cabinet in basement.)

AutoLiberty Mutual XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXRenews in AprilHonda and LexusInformation: 1 -800-225-8285Claims: 1-800-225-2467

Home (Fire, etc.)Caldwell: XXXXXXXXXXXArtesian: XXXXXXXXXXXX

Liberty MutualP.O. Box 970Mishawaka, Indiana 465461-800-225-8285

Liability XXXXXXXXXXXLiberty Mutual222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1580Chicago, IL 606061-800-581-0872

Repairs: Home (Sewer. Septic lines, etc.)HomeServe601 Merritt 7; 6th FloorNorwalk, CT 06851Hotline: 1-833-642-5915Service Agreement Number: xxxxxxxxxxCustomer Service: 1-833-642-5915