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bluebird
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bluebird asked in Business & FinancePersonal Finance · 1 decade ago

How many yrs do you have to keep personal checks and bank statements?

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  • Dfwteddybear
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago
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    You don't have to keep them.

  • Log Cabin
    1 decade ago

    2 years.

  • T agent
    1 decade ago

    I think it is best to keep for 5 to 7 years then you can trash em,

    I think that because that is how far most business can go back if there is ever a problem or dispute.

  • Sassafrass
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago

    IRS recommends 3 years

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  • webman
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago

    I keep all important papers for 7 years, a box for each year. it helps prevent identity theft too. everything else get shredded

  • hjbergel
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    I would never throw them away if you need room then buy storage boxes and put them away in your Attic or basement

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