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Tips for Securing Your Vacation Home

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Do you own a second home? Perhaps a bungalow on the beach, or a cabin in the mountains? Do you rent this property out during certain times of the year? If so, you are among the 7.5 million homeowners across the U.S. who own a second property.

While it is great to have a second home to escape to during certain times of the year, what about the times when you aren’t there? Have you done everything possible to secure and protect your investment? To help put your mind at ease, use the tips here to secure […]

How Your Franchise Can Benefit from an Access Control System

If you own, or oversee a franchise that has multiple locations, replacing traditional lock and keys with access control keycards can help to improve overall security and make life easier, in general. The fact is, an access control system is a smart option for any type of business, especially those with high turnover rates.

With access control keycards, you can monitor who is coming and going, allow a single employee to access areas others can’t, and reduce security risks. Some of the specific benefits of installing an access control system for your franchise properties can be found here.

What to Look for When Shopping for Home Security Monitoring

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If you have decided it is time to install a home security system, you have also likely noticed that there are more than a few companies out there providing these services. Many of them are going to offer monitoring, which is a must-have for superior protection.

However, the question is, which monitoring service is the best, and how do you choose? Here you can learn what factors to consider to ensure you choose the right alarm and monitoring service for your needs.

Monitoring Quality

There are two options when selecting a monitoring center:

In-house monitoring: This […]

Preventing Business Burglaries at Night

While homes are more likely to be broken into during the day, because no one is home, businesses are more likely to be broken into at night. The same logic applies here. At night, no one is usually at businesses, and it is dark, giving nefarious individuals “cover.” If you want to protect your business, make sure to use the tips here.

Implement Video Monitoring
With video monitoring, you can keep an eye on your business – even when you aren’t there. One of the most effective ways to not only deter, but also catch, criminals is by […]