Despite the increased use of ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft and marketing efforts by alcohol brands to ensure you have a designated driver, fatal car crashes caused by drunk driving still occur at high rates. This is especially true during the holidays. But which states have the highest rates, and how can you lower your chance of getting hurt?
Cyberbullying takes place online and is a form of violence often against kids. It can cause lasting damage to victims, and should not be tolerated by anyone. It’s important to speak to children about cyberbullying and provide them a safe space to discuss openly any concerns they may have.
Does it seem like all your friends and neighbors have armed themselves with home and personal security devices? Is this because crime statistics are rising or because high-tech security devices are the latest trend? Let’s take a look at the latest crime and burglary statistics.
Estate planning sounds like something only rich people should do, but that’s not the case at all. You don’t have to own a ton of assets to consider estate planning, and there are many other elements to a comprehensive estate plan other than just making sure your assets pass on to your beneficiaries. Our experts have compiled a beginner’s guide to help you determine everything you should be considering for you and your family’s future.
Have you ever experienced the uncomfortable feeling of being watched? If so, you know how elevated those feelings are when trying to enjoy the comforts of your own home! No one should ever feel unsafe in their own house, which is why it’s important to notice the signs of malicious surveillance. Here’s what you need to know about stalking tactics within your home and how you can catch them in the act!
Deleting a VPN is a pretty straightforward process like with any app or software, especially on smartphones and tablets. But completely removing a VPN from your PC or Mac can get a little more tricky because the uninstall process doesn’t always delete all the files associated with that VPN. It’s always a good idea to make sure there’s no trace left behind. Why?
There’s been a lot of buzz over the last several years about a way thieves can potentially steal your credit or debit card information out of thin air when they’re in your vicinity, essentially electronically pickpocketing you without you ever knowing. What makes this possible is RFID (radio frequency identification) technology that’s embedded in some credit, debit, and other ID cards. The fear is that thieves can use what’s called an RFID reader or skimmer to steal your information from your card. But just how real is the threat?
Home security systems help keep our families safe and feeling secure. But what happens when you lose power? Does your system keep working? It’s important not to leave yourself in a vulnerable situation. You may need a battery backup to ensure your security system stays active when your family needs it most. Do you know if your security system has a battery backup?
When you call 911, you expect law enforcement to be there immediately. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Average police response times vary widely based on many factors, including where you live and the severity of the crime.
Home security has changed quite a bit since the old days of landline systems where burglars could cut the wire to sever communications between your home and a monitoring station. We’ve entered the era of smart technology, and home security is catching up to the times. Along with a plethora of DIY offerings (think easy self-install at your own convenience vs having a professional hardwire equipment on a scheduled installation day and time), home security has expanded from the typical motion and door/window sensors to smart home technology that integrates everything from your door locks and light switches to your thermostats. The technology and terminology can be overwhelming, so we put together a guide on home security systems to help.
Vivint is known for its home automation features and has a great app to go along with it. But is it worth the equipment prices, potential financing needed and extra long contract lengths?
We all want to keep our homes safe, that is a given. But you need to be aware of what could happen in your home in order to protect it. The good news is that there’s a lot of things you can do that will significantly reduce the change of your house being burglarized, both during the day and at night.
