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Home invasions are among the most worrying types of crime in the USA. Homeowners should be on their guard, it's not easy to recover from being burgled, and victims of burglary can be affected for a…
Each year, millions of Americans are the victims of so-called “porch pirates,” who are really nothing more than burglars with a trendy name.
Before you shell out the cash to buy a home security system, it’s natural to wonder: do home security systems actually deter crime?
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Home Security
It’s true a sliding door makes for easy access to your yard, but it also offers easy access to your home both to you & potential burglars.
Home Security
When there are countless houses to choose from, what is it that makes robbers hone in on one to rob among all the others on the block?
Home Security
Each year, millions of Americans are the victims of so-called “porch pirates,” who are really nothing more than burglars with a trendy name.
Home Security
My house was robbed. It’s a sentence no one really wants to say out loud or type into Google. In this article, we'll cover what you should do.
Home Security
Fake cameras give off the appearance that you have a way to catch the bad guys in the act. But is saving a few bucks worth it in the end?
Home Security
AreaVibes is a quick, easy, and fun to use tool that allows users to keep an eye on local trends in crime, home prices, education, and more.
Home Security
Before you shell out the cash to buy a home security system, it’s natural to wonder: do home security systems actually deter crime?
Home Security
Home invasions are among the most worrying types of crime in the USA. Homeowners should be on their guard, it's not easy to recover from being burgled, and victims of burglary can be affected for a…
Home Security
If you’re looking for accurate, easy to understand crime data that gives you peace of mind, the LexisNexis Community Crime Map is a great tool to have.
Home Security
Across the country, citizens have banded together to form neighborhood crime watch programs to help fight back and make their communities safer.
Home Security
NeighborhoodScout is a great tool for those surveying new neighborhoods or looking stats on safety in your community. Read more in our NeighborhoodScout review.
Home Security
SpotCrime is an easy to use tool for homeowners and those looking to move. But how does it stack up to other crime maps? Find out in our SpotCrime review!
Home Security
In this guide, we cover some of the best crime maps and reporting platforms available to help you choose your new home safely.
Home Security
Having an intruder enter your home is most people’s nightmare. While it's not fun to think about - there are things you can do to prepare.
Home Security
You can place a fake security sign in your yard even if you don’t have a system. But there are factors to consider before trying it.