Protecting Possessions in College
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August 30, 2006 | By: 
Comments (1)As a follow-up to our recent discussion of students heading off to college and taking their valuable possessions with them, here are six time-tested tips that should be practiced by the young adults:
1. Students should leave heirlooms, jewelry or other irreplaceable items at home, especially during their first year, when they know the least about their new surroundings and friends. If a student insists on taking something of significant value, consider renting a safe deposit box near campus to store these items.
2. Consider engraving valuable possessions such as electronics with your unique identification, including a driver’s license number or state of residence. This can be helpful in recovering these items if a theft occurs. Contact your local police department for more information on how to have this done.
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3. Items like compact discs, book bags and other small items should be marked with a student's name using an indelible pen. This type of protective measure may be a deterrent to thieves who want to sell the items.
4. Students should never carry a large sum of cash. Encourage the use of bank cards to mitigate the potential loss.
5. Whether or not a student takes a car to college, contact your insurance representative. Information such as where it will be parked and how much it will be driven may affect the cost of the premiums. If the car stays at home, parents may benefit if the student will no longer be driving it.
6. As a young adult, students should be aware of the risks and safety concerns associated with living away from home. Encourage responsibility and awareness.
InsWeb Homeowners Insurance Center: http://www.insweb.com/learningcenter/home-default.htm
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Don
August 30, 2006 11:46
I had my pet chicken stolen while I was living in the dorms. After that, things weren't the same...
D