Safe deposit boxes are a danger hidden in plain sight. It is tempting to think of them as an appropriate repository for all things valuable: jewelry, coins, cash, wills, powers of attorney. Cash is ...

Safety deposit boxes offer enhanced security for valuables but aren't accessible outside bank hours. Items in safe deposit boxes are not FDIC insured; separate insurance is needed for coverage. Legal ...

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The New York Times published a story July 21 with the attention-grabbing headline “Safe Deposit Boxes Aren’t Safe,” prompting me to look at the law covering them. The story covered numerous cases ...

Items that are difficult or impossible to replace, such as important documents and family heirlooms, are ideal for safe deposit boxes. It is not advisable to store items that may be needed quickly or ...