From scattered notes to a filed binder

Household cold-storage planning is not a single conversation. It is a sequence: understand what exists, agree on language, produce documents, walk partners through them, and revisit when life changes.

Stage 1 — Intake (before we meet)

You describe wallet count, backup style, and who needs to understand the setup. We send a preparation checklist — no secrets required. You choose office or on-site delivery and confirm dates with a deposit.

Stage 2 — Mapping interview

We walk your storage reality: which devices are active, where phrase copies live, what happens if the primary holder is unavailable. We draft wallet nicknames with you, not for you. Diagrams sketch shelves, safes, and off-site locations.

Stage 3 — Document production

During the session we print inventory pages, recovery sequences, and location diagrams. Bilingual sections are laid out side by side when requested. Appendices hold technical detail the primary holder maintains.

Stage 4 — Spouse orientation

Thirty minutes minimum with partners asking first. We pause when jargon appears and translate into household vocabulary. Optional spouse briefing workshop adds practice scenarios.

Stage 5 — Filing and copies

You choose filing locations for primary and partner copies. Second copies for trusted contacts are sealed and logged in the binder index. We do not retain copies.

Stage 6 — Continuity rhythm

Eleven months later we invite you to a continuity review. Updates replace pages; retired wallets move to appendices. Remote review available for returning clients.

What the binder contains

SectionPurpose
Cover & legendHow to read codes, colours, and nicknames
Wallet inventoryActive devices, roles, without mandatory amounts
Location diagramHome and off-site backup positions
Recovery sequenceOrdered steps with plain-language gates
Partner quick sheetFirst 30 minutes if holder is unavailable
AppendicesRetired wallets, attorney contacts, optional sealed envelopes

Ready to start?

Most households begin with a Household Mapping Session. Contact us with your wallet count and preferred date.

Available on the Microsoft Store

Our companion reference app helps you review household map sections between annual continuity reviews.

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