Smart technology provides us with untold levels of convenience and peace of mind. Home security has recently joined the “smart” conversation, meaning that automating your home security just became easier than ever. Note that smart home security isn’t limited to costly automated home systems. Smart locks, designed to secure your front, back and side doors,…
Losing Modern Car Keys Can Be An Expensive Lesson
Before 1990, getting locked out of your car wasn’t a big issue. It was easy enough to purchase a spare key for less than $5. The simplicity of this technology kept the price of car keys low, but also made life easier for thieves. Today, depending on the year, make and model of your vehicle,…
Vital Information About Home Locks Every Realtor Should Know
Growing a business as a realtor is more challenging than selling consumable products or an ongoing service. You can’t rely only on repeat business as it can be years between transactions. Studies show that the typical homeowner spends 7 to 15 years in their home before relocating, and many stay for their lifetime. What you…
How to Protect Your Car from Auto Theft
Today’s vehicles come equipped with all the bells and whistles, from remote keyless entry to sophisticated alarm systems. Despite these advances in technology, auto theft remains a problem. According to the FBI, 707,751 cars were stolen in 2015. This is an estimated worth of $4.9 billion! Auto theft encompasses a range of potential crimes. For example,…
Clearwater, Florida Local Crime Statistics
Florida came in at number five on the list of Top 10 Most Dangerous States by 24/7 Wall St. in 2016. There were 1,149 total murders (third-highest in the nation) and 540.5 violent crimes per 100,000 people this year. Violent crimes were concentrated in Florida’s urban areas, as is the case with most states. Seven…
13 Not-So-Obvious Home Safety Hacks For A Safer Home
Homeowners concerned with safety can secure their home with these quick and easy home security hacks. Preparation and vigilance can go a long way toward both protecting yourself from emergencies and property loss, as well as to be more prepared for when and if a disaster strikes. The Layers Of Security There are three layers…
How To Find A Reputable Locksmith Online
These days it seems you can find almost anything online. From repair services to grocery delivery to a babysitter or a date, almost everyone is available on the internet. However, this doesn’t mean every person and service is reputable. It’s crucial to find trustworthy services, especially when seeking a locksmith. Locksmith services don’t often get…
Losing Your Keys: A Common Problem
We’ve all been there. You’re getting ready to leave your home or office, but you can’t walk out the door without your keys. How much time do you spend each day looking for your keys? It’s easy to understand why we misplace our keys. They’re usually small and lightweight – it may be hard to…
Sarasota Florida Crime Rates
Florida has a long history of violent crime. The state is often on the news for unusual criminal activity and hair-raising stories, from kidnappings to grand theft auto. Sarasota’s criminal past has been rocky, hitting a five-year low in 2011. Sarasota is fairing better today, but there’s no guarantee that this will last. Crime Rate…
Ideas For Easy Home Security Camera Setups
Everyone should feel safe in their own home. Safety is a basic human need. Yet you may not feel safe after an incident occurs in your home or neighborhood or after you watch the evening news. Installing security cameras can be one way to feel more secure in your home. Security cameras will ensure that…