Keeping Your Home Secure While On Vacation

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• Stay away from social media: Wait until after you return from your trip to post any details from your vacation on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
• Use technology: Consider monitoring your home remotely by investing in a system that allows you to control your lights with an app such as Connected by TCP ($50). 
• Ask a friend: If you don't use the help of technology to keep an eye on your home, ask a friend. Have someone feed pets, bring in mail, take care of trash, adjust lighting and curtains, etc. If you will be away for a long time, arrange to have your lawn mowed while you are gone.
• Eliminate hiding places: Keep your bushes trimmed to no taller than 3 feet and ensure that the lowest branches of  trees are at least 6 feet off the ground. Don't allow plants and trees to create a cover for burglars. Motion sensor lighting is a good option for the outside of your home as well.