Once every 10 seconds a burglary occurs in the United States. Over 50% of the burglars walk right in -- through unlocked doors or windows.

Property losses are over $1 billion per day. Check these easy and effective tips to decrease your chances of becoming a burglary victim.

Most thefts are crimes of opportunity. These tips will show you how to help reduce those situations. The major deterrent to theft is you!

The average homeowner is not so “average” anymore. As the simplest gold jewelry, silver, camera and other portable items have increased in value, you have become a prime candidate for home theft. Wealthier homeowners usually have better security, burglar alarms and traceable valuables, so today’s burglars find the “not so average” homeowner a profitable and easy target.

Don’t help the burglar. Make it as difficult as possible for a burglar to enter your home.
Here are:

• Eleven easy tips that involve no expenditure of money, but may require a change in personal habits
• Five tips when you go on vacation
• Eight extra steps