1. Lock your doors and add a smart doorbell and video cameras that route to your phone.
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2. Install motion detectors and leave on lights.
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3. First floor windows are especially vulnerable so be sure to use sash locks.
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4. Your window air conditioner creates an entry point for thieves. Remove it while you are gone.
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5. Install barrier bars in sliding door tracks.
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