No one told me I needed to know how many pair of shoes I own!

Deborah Butler, a loan originator at Star Financial Bank, was kind enough to share her story so you can see how quickly your life can be turned upside down...

When I first heard about Hartman Inventory's service, I thought that it was a good idea. However, I kept delaying scheduling an appointment, making excuses like being too busy. Well, here is why I regret putting it off.

On May 30th 2008, my home was hit by a tornado. By the grace of God, no one was hurt, but in the midst of moving things out, some items were left behind. After talking with the insurance adjuster, we had to make a list of everything missing or damaged. Our minds were blank for days. My husband, son and I each had to make a list of what we lost. No one told me I needed to know how many pair of shoes I own!

There is no way anyone can say they know everything in their home! It is a hard thing to do, especially when you’re upset and living in a hotel. Now that winter is here, we are noticing many missing items. I wish I would have been a client of Hartman Inventory. They would have relieved days of working on the list. The insurance company needs that information as soon as possible to release funds so you can start replacing items.

Luckily we have up to a year to complete our claim. I strongly encourage everyone to call the Hartmans and have an inventory done on your home or business. As soon as we’re settled, we'll be calling them, because I don’t want to go through this again! You never know when a disaster will happen. If you don’t have an inventory, you are not prepared.