1. When you're creating a home video inventory, first record several wide shots of your house (figure A).2. Follow with a walking tour of the rooms in your house. This provides a basic virtual layout.
3. Concentrate on close-ups of items, including details and brand names (figure B).
5. Do the same for china (figure E), silver and collectibles. Shoot tight shots of individual pieces as well as the collection as a whole, being sure to shoot close-ups of design, detail and any manufacturer's markings on the back (figure F).6. Record tight shots of important documents and receipts.
7. Record power tools (figure G), cars and any items kept in the garage.
8. Talk as you tape, noting key facts about the items, such as where they are in the house and your best guess as to when they were purchased and their cost.
9. Make at least two or three copies of the tape, and store copies at the office, in a safety deposit box and with close friends.
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