Sorting a home: the papers and objects to set aside

In a severely cluttered home, essential documents are often hidden between newspapers or at the bottom of a bag. Before clearing, you need to know what to look for.

Documents to look for

• identity card, passport, residence card;
• bank documents: statements, cards, safe deposit boxes;
• insurance contracts and pension policies;
• notarial deeds, property deeds, lease;
• any will;
• the latest tax returns and tax assessment notices;
• medical documents and health insurance card;
• current bills and contracts: energy, phone, subscriptions.

Objects not to throw away without asking

• jewellery, watches, cash;
• photos, letters, notebooks;
• keys whose purpose is unknown;
• collectibles, even if they seem worthless;
• digital media: phones, USB sticks, hard drives.

How we proceed

Before the intervention, we agree a list with you. During the sorting, everything that matches this list is set aside. At the end, the documents and objects found are returned to you under seal, with a simple inventory.

If we find something unexpected, we call you before deciding.