This past week myinfroms.com published an article about a British expat’s home which was the target of a burglary while he was away. According to the article, the burglars got away with cash and valuables from the 52-year old’s home. This article sparks a concern that many expats carry with them when they leave their homes, and sometimes their families, for extended periods of time. How do you feel confident that your home and family is secure while you’re away? Here are some tips to help you increase your security and your peace of mind:

Create the Illusion that someone is Home

Obviously this tip refers to an expat that is leaving an empty home. There are some small steps you can take to make sure your home is not signaling a potential burglar. Your mail piling up at the door is one of the most obvious signals that no one is home so make sure to have the post office hold your mail. If you’re gone often, it may suit you to purchase a mail box and have your mail forwarded there so you don’t have to stop your mail every time you leave. There are other ways to create the illusion you are home such as setting your lights on a timer, leaving a car in the driveway, and arranging someone to mow your yard once a week.

Trust a Friend

Friends can come in handy whether you are leaving a family at home or an empty house. Having a friend check in on things at home while you’re away is a great way to make sure your home or family is secure. They can also contact you if there is an emergency.

Advertise your Security

Most security systems will give you a lawn advertisement. These advertisements are especially effective! Studies have shown that security systems advertisements defer burglars by up to 90%! If you don’t have a security system and you are away often you should really consider getting one. A security system will certainly increase you and your family’s peace of mind while you are away.

We hope these tips make your traveling days easier. An empty house should never be a target of burglars, and even more so if you are leaving your family at home. Use these tips to help you and your family be and feel more secure.

Sources:

http://safesoundfamily.com/blog/10-ways-to-protect-your-home-while-youre-on-vacation/

http://myinforms.com/en/a/22548339-burglars-target-home-of-limassol-expat/