3 Simple Steps to Protect Against Home Theft

Online, August 30, 2012 (Newswire.com) - It only takes minutes for a burglar to raid a home. A seasoned thief can break in, find what they're looking for and flee the scene in less than 10 minutes! The longer they're in the house, the more likely they are to get caught. To minimize the time they spend in a home, they go in with a plan to hit the places they are most likely to hit the jackpot. Homeowners can protect their belongings and slow them down by considering these simple steps that will throw them for a loop!

1. Cash and Jewelry
Their first stop is usually the master bedroom to search for jewelry, cash or other valuables commonly placed in dresser drawers, closets or under the bed. The best bet is to stash these things in a safe that is bolted to the floor. They most likely won't take the time to attempt to break the safe, but if it's not bolted down, it's as good as gone - with all of the valuables inside!

2. Prescription Drugs
The bathroom is commonly the next stop. Rather than storing prescription drugs in the medicine cabinet, try storing them under the sink or within another box or container.

3. Electronic Valuables
They will scan other rooms of the house looking for compact electronics like laptops and cameras that are easy to grab and transport. Don't leave these sitting out in obvious places, and consider installing a lock on the doors of gaming rooms or studies. Anything that slows them down is likely to deter them from trying to access these belongings. Be sure to password protect computers and store personal information offsite in an online storage cloud.

High security locks and security systems are obvious tools to protect against home invasion. It can help to leave on a TV, a radio or lights to give the illusion that someone is home. A large furry friend (a dog!) can also make a burglar think twice about targeting a home. Anyone and any house is susceptible to crime, but taking these few simple steps can make a house less vulnerable, securing both belongings and peace of mind.

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