Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( ) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

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Use a paper shredder for documents with sensitive info, and recycle the rest. 2. Sort into Three Categories

Avoid stacking papers. Store them upright in folders or a standing file box so you can see everything at a glance. Mary Marie

Documents you need for a limited time (like tax papers for the current year or warranties). Use a paper shredder for documents with sensitive

Keep all your organized papers in one single place in your home to prevent them from drifting back into piles. social security cards

Essential contractual or legal documents like birth certificates, social security cards, and insurance policies. 3. Organize for Good

The basic rule for paper is to discard everything unless it falls into one of three specific categories.