How Long To Keep Financial Records?

I actually have worked in the credit card industry for the past sixteen years.
keep all records...canceled checks, proof of payments, receipts, etc.....for seven years. Seven years is the statue of limitations for credit cards and medical records.

Cindy

June 29, 20070 found this helpful

I would keep any proof of payment for seven years. If you have something pop up on your credit report you will have proof that you paid it. Keep the last statement you received along with the payment info. That way if you need to contact the company later, you will have their phone numbers, etc. I work at the credit bureau and am amazed at the number of people who keep NO financial records and then wonder why their finances are a mess!