Secure Document Storage: Why It's Essential for Estate Planning (and more)
When planning for the future, securing your essential documents like wills, trusts, and power of attorney forms is paramount. Storing these documents at home may expose them to risks such as fire, water damage, or theft. By opting for professional document storage, you ensure that your critical estate planning documents are preserved in a controlled, secure environment. This protection is vital not just for maintaining the integrity of the documents but also for ensuring they are readily available when needed.
Benefits of Professional Document Storage
Accessibility and Convenience
At Everest Estate Planning, the professional document storage facilities we use are designed with the user in mind, ensuring access to your important documents whenever required with little notice required.
We understand that during emotionally charged periods, such as the loss of a loved one, the last thing you want to deal with is bureaucratic red tape. That’s why we ensure that our document retrieval processes are as seamless and hassle-free as possible, giving you one less thing to worry about.
Enhanced Security
Choosing professional document storage over home storage options offers significant security advantages. The facilities we use are designed to safeguard your crucial documents with state-of-the-art security features.
These include fireproofing to withstand extreme conditions, comprehensive climate control systems that prevent damage from humidity and temperature fluctuations, and advanced security systems.
The security protocols are meticulously structured, featuring controlled access that ensures only authorised personnel can retrieve documents. This level of security is essential, especially when safeguarding sensitive estate planning documents that need to remain confidential and intact.
Peace of Mind
Knowing that your important legal documents are stored securely provides peace of mind. You can be confident that your documents are safe and will be intact and accessible when they are most needed.
Choosing the Right Document Storage Solution
When selecting a document storage service, consider factors such as the security measures in place, ease of document retrieval, and the professionalism of the storage provider. It’s essential to choose a service that aligns with the specific needs of your estate planning to ensure seamless access and maximum protection of your documents.
At Everest Estate Planning our storage solutions can be discussed before or after your documents have been prepared. It’s important to note that our services are not limited to documents produced by us, we welcome any important documents you possess that require safekeeping. This flexibility allows you to protect all of your critical documents, regardless of their origin, under one reliable security measure.
Document Storage Frequently Asked Questions
What types of documents should I store in a professional document storage facility?
It’s advisable to store any legal documents that require secure preservation and might be needed quickly in unforeseen circumstances. These include wills, trusts, deeds, contracts, and any other sensitive personal or business-related documents.
How do I access my stored documents if I need them?
At Everest Estate Planning, you can access your stored documents by contacting us directly. We ensure that your documents are retrievable promptly upon request by authorised individuals.
Is there a limit to the number of documents I can store?
No, there is no limit to the number of documents you can store with us. Our facility is equipped to handle large volumes of documents, offering the same high level of security and accessibility for each client.
That said, you may find that the charges associated with your documents storage may change depending on how many you wish to store. This can be discussed before or after your documents have been created.
How are my documents protected from fire or water damage?
The facilities we use are equipped with advanced fireproofing and climate control systems designed to protect against environmental damages like fire and water. These measures ensure that your documents remain safe under all conditions.
Can I store documents that were not drafted by Everest Estate Planning?
Yes, you are welcome to store any important documents with us, regardless of whether they were drafted by Everest Estate Planning or another entity. Our goal is to provide a secure, accessible storage solution for all your important documents.
