Many lucky people will be receiving big-ticket items for Christmas—TVs, jewelry and electronics. Don’t broadcast your gifts to would-be thieves. Take care in keeping these items secure.

Watch What Goes In The Trash. Stacking empty boxes into overflowing trash bins announces to the world what you received for Christmas. Cut up boxes so they fit into bins with the lids closed. Add to the bins over several weeks if necessary. You don’t want to put empty TV and electronic containers where thieves can see them—they signal to robbers what’s now available in your home.

Keep Window Blinds Shut. As much as you’d like to proudly show off your Christmas tree, keep the tree away from windows so presents (opened or not) are hidden from view.

Be Aware Of Door-To-Door Scammers. This time of year brings out scammers who profess to be seeking donations for charitable causes or they come up with other reasons to knock on your door. Resist the temptation to give money or other information. Scammers want to take your money, or worse, they are casing your home to see if would be a good break-in location.

Don’t Broadcast Your Gifts Or Vacation Plans On Social Media. It’s time to be extra cautious on social media. Don’t post pictures of gifts, you on vacation or anything else that would catch a burglar’s eye.

Leave Lights On. After opening gifts, many families rush off to celebrate the holiday with friends and family—leaving presents under the tree. If you’ll be out on Christmas Day, keep your outdoor Christmas lights on and play music or the TV inside.

Post-Christmas Home Security Guard Company. Consider enlisting the services of a holiday home security guard company if you will be away during the holiday break. Home security guards will conduct regular home checks while you are gone, monitor electronic home security systems and, when necessary, respond immediately to any suspicious activity.

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