In recognition of National Preparedness Month, it is crucial to prepare yourself and your home for the unexpected. The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) is reminding Americans about the importance of getting their financial affairs in order and offer tips to help them prepare before a natural disaster strikes.

“Having access to pertinent documents and emergency funds is critical in the days and weeks following a natural disaster,” says ICBA Chairman Rebeca Romero Rainey. “Devising a strategy ahead of time can help alleviate victims from undue pressure during an incredibly stressful time. Doing so will also help minimize financial uncertainty, and limit the long-term impacts from damaged, destroyed or lost financial documents.”

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