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The holiday season<\/a> is a time of joy and celebration, but it also presents an increased risk of theft. As the holidays approach, it\u2019s important to take extra precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming victims of theft. To help protect your valuables, there are some steps you can take to help ensure that your holiday season is one of celebration instead of disappointment.<\/p>\n

Keep Gifts Out of Sight<\/h2>\n
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One of the most important things you can do is to keep gifts out of sight. Not only so those in your home don\u2019t see a sneak peek from Santa but also so that potential burglars don\u2019t target your home. Burglars often target homes where they know there are expensive items waiting to be taken. Try to keep your gifts away from windows or other easily visible spots so they\u2019re not easy to spot. You should also make sure all windows and doors of your vehicle and home are locked at all times, even when you\u2019re home. Don\u2019t leave ladders or other tools outside that could be used to break into your home.<\/p>\n

Protect Your Home<\/h2>\n
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An alarm system or video recording<\/a> doorbell is an effective way to deter potential burglars. It works by sending an alert to a monitoring center when someone attempts to enter your home. The monitoring center can then contact both you and the authorities to respond to the alarm. Home alarm systems also have features like motion detectors, door sensors, and window sensors that can detect any intruders and trigger an alarm. These systems are a great way to secure your home and belongings during the holidays. They can help you feel safer and more at ease while enjoying the season with family and friends. You can also set your indoor and outdoor lights and even your televisions to timers, so it always seems like someone is home.<\/p>\n

Protect Your Treasures<\/h2>\n

Be sure to keep an inventory of all your valuables, including photos and serial numbers of the items. Serialized items may include bicycles, jewelry, artwork, designer purses, etc. Remember to also note sentimental items like treasured family photos, birth certificates, and jewelry that has been passed down through the family. You can even consider engraving or using a permanent marker to add an identifiable name and number to certain items. Make sure to lock your doors and keep these important items out of sight.<\/p>\n

Get Your Neighbors Involved<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re going out of town this holiday season, notify your neighbors and ask if they can stay on the lookout for any suspicious activity. Make a plan for your mail and ask someone to pick up any papers or packages that may be left by your door. A front door cluttered with newspapers, fliers, or packages is a signal the resident is not home.<\/p>\n

Be Careful on Social Media<\/h2>\n
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Another way thieves can target unsuspecting victims is through social media. Posting too much information about your holiday plans online can leave you vulnerable to theft. If you\u2019re planning to travel or go out of town for the holidays, don\u2019t post about it on social media until after you return home. If you do plan to post about going away, be sure to not post locations or addresses. It\u2019s also important to be mindful of what you post online about gifts you have purchased or received. Avoid posting photos or descriptions of high-value items such as jewelry, electronics, or expensive clothing.<\/p>\n

Keep Your Vehicle Safe<\/h2>\n
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Those commercials with the big bow on the brand-new car make us all dream of the day when we\u2019ll get to do that for a loved one. Or when we\u2019ll be on the receiving end of such a big gift! But be sure to keep that vehicle safe throughout the year by following some tried and true rules.<\/p>\n