The saying goes, ‘hindsight is 20/20’ which means if we knew that something negative would happen, we would take the proper precautions and strategy to change the course of those actions.Crime happens. Natural disasters happen. Man-made disasters happen.Once a catastrophe strikes and we overcome our tendency to lay the blame, we then logically look for ways we could have avoided the negative catastrophic outcome. The following mistakes in household security are ones that could be avoided and save you time, money, loss of valuables and in some cases, loss of life.1.
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10 Common Household Security Mistakes you Want to Avoid
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Violence and Our Homes
We live in a world that has violence embedded in it. Every day we hear about war, terrorist attacks and people being murdered in their very own homes. From violence on television and news reports, to movies promoting violence and video games based on violence–it’s all around us. For most people, the natural reaction is to isolate ourselves, to shut out violence and allow ourselves to become immune to it–but woe to the person who does not wake up and take action to prevent becoming a victim.
Are you curious about how burglars gain access to our homes? Good for you. Many Americans still have a false sense of security, and unfortunately, only react once it’s too late. That’s why being proactive and educating yourself about the main entry points during a home invasion is the first step to securing a safe living space for you and your family. Listed in this article are four key points of entry that criminals often use to break in and enter American homes.
4 Key Points of Entry
1. The Front Door
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Most Common Entry-Points In Home Invasions And How To Secure Them
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Local daily newspaper, Sun Sentinel, recently released a photo gallery of crimes that shocked South Florida. The photo gallery displays forty-one images of top local cases and a caption detailing the crimes. Three of these forty-one cases specifically allude to a home invasion 
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1. Sean Taylor, November 2007
2. Dunbar Village Housing Project, June 2007
3. Gianni Versace, July 1997
Could anything have been done to prevent these sinister crimes from occurring in the first place? Let’s start by going back in time to the tragic shooting that led to the death of a fashion icon.
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Top 3 Most Tragic Home Invasions And How To Prevent Them In The Future
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Vacation Time
We daydream about it… we research it… we poll our friends and family for suggestions… and we save for it…. We all look forward to that special time when we get to go away on vacation… just the sound of the words get away... vacation evoke images of our ideal place. It doesn’t matter whether it’s the beach, the mountains, an exotic destination, a spa retreat, or any place in the world that lets you relax and enjoy life the way you want to–there’s no doubt about it–we all look forward to our vacation.
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Travel Peacefully With a Reliable Alarm System for Your Home
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By lucia | Published:
August 29, 2012
Home security plans are all too often seen as mere deterrents, with little thought given to actions that need to be taken when disaster rears its ugly head. While burglars are certainly a problem, the natural world can be quite mercurial and unpredictable when we least expect it. Forest fires, floods, hurricanes, ice storms and mudslides are the Earth’s uniquely destructive way of keeping us on our toes. The dangers posed by such disaster scenarios need to be addressed just as much as the threat of human home invasion, and a small amount of time and money spent on contingency plans is well worth the effort.
By admin | Published:
August 16, 2012
Living in an apartment complex provides various advantages that stem from a higher concentration of people in a small area. Social contacts and fun activities create a sense of community. Unfortunately, there are some risks presented by apartment living that must be addressed. Every tenant must learn the finer points of apartment security measures and burglary prevention. Careless actions cause significant damage to the property if not everyone makes the effort to secure the premises and watch for strangers. The apartment managers will impose certain “rules of living” that must be followed to reduce the risks and create a safe environment for everyone.
By admin | Published:
August 2, 2012
Neighborhoods of all types are vulnerable to home invasions. This type of crime is traumatic for victims because home is no longer a safe haven. The law classifies a burglary as a crime where the victim finds out later that personal belongings have been taken. A robbery involves the victim as a witness to the events. Too many people believe they have a satisfactory plan to deal with someone who enters the house uninvited. The truth is that few individuals are able to use a physical weapon against another human being.
By admin | Published:
July 5, 2012
Crime on the Rise
It seems that everywhere you look these days, crime is on the rise. Home invasions, thefts, burglaries and more have overtaken virtually every community in the country, and as a result, many homeowners are no longer sure how to protect themselves, their families, their properties or their investments. If you’ve been watching the news recently, you may be feeling the same way too, and you may also know that the feelings of worry, anxiety and fear regarding crime can be overwhelming.
Combating Crime Can Sometimes Have Ill Effects
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Essentials for a Complete Security; A Guide for Home Protection
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By admin | Published:
May 21, 2012
Owning a home comes with a number of other responsibilities. It’s up to the homeowner to take care of things such as purchase furniture, make any necessary repairs and ensure that their home is a great place to live. We tend to look at these things as investments in our dwelling, rather than expenses that could otherwise be avoided. What’s interesting is that so many homeowners view these purchases in this manner while simultaneously foregoing security.
