We all know that newspapers in the drive and unmown grass are clear signals that someone hasn’t been home for a while. But what other signals is your house giving to would-be thieves. An Obsolete or Damaged Home Security Sign …
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The pandemic is affecting homeowners with a revival of a pernicious cybercrime called swatting. Whether bored teenagers or sophisticated cybercriminals looking for a kick, the FBI has recorded an uptick in swatting crimes across the country.

The transition to a remote workforce in 2020 triggered an unprecedented increase in the use of personal devices and residential networks for business operations. This created a feeding frenzy for cybercriminals and a 400% increase in cybercrimes, a 350% increase …
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An annual risk assessment survey of homeowners conducted by Rabin Research has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way homeowners perceive risk and protect their property. Property wear and tear has not taken a break in 2020, but …
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Perform Monthly Visual Inspections When you are sitting in an airport lounge waiting to board a flight, you can often catch the pilot making a visual inspection of his plane. It is reassuring to see he is focused on your …
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Power strips have become an essential part of our daily lives. Cell phones, tablets, laptops, headsets, portable chargers – all of these require an outlet and often at the same time. That’s not to mention our home offices where we …
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If you have a loved one who has moved into an apartment, condo or dorm room and are concerned about their safety, here are some great home security gift ideas that will stymie even the savviest of unwanted intruders.