Porch Lights and Home Security

The Light Side of Home Security

Smartphone Travel Tips

3 Essential Smartphone Travel Tips

What Is a Smart Alarm System and Why Should I Consider One?

In 2014, criminals committed more than 8.2 million property crimes in the United States, of which nearly 21% were burglaries, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Three-Minute Home Security Checklist

You are busy, as usual, and are heading out for the day. A quick scan of the weather shows rain in the forecast. You double back for an umbrella, scoop up your rain jacket, and turn around to nudge the door shut behind you, forgetting to lock it. Glancing back at the house, you notice the window over the sink is still open, but figure it will help cool off the house. You bypass the flyer for landscaping services tucked into the screen door handle and continue on your way down the driveway.

Avoiding car theft when you get a ride home

Out drinking for the evening? It's always best to get a ride home instead of driving yourself after a night out.

Home Security Technology

Home Security is Easier — and Better — Than Ever

Protecting Your Bike from Theft

The National Bike Registry estimates that one million bicycles are stolen each year in the U.S. and only a small percentage of them are ever recovered. The annual cost to American families is more than $200 million.

6 Ways to Protect Yourself Against Auto Theft

Even though Rongstad Insurance Services will be there to respond to your auto theft claim, having your vehicle (or your personal property inside) stolen is never fun. That's why it's important to remember a few simple theft prevention rules like these listed below:

Wireless (Wi Fi) Security in the Home

Your home or small business wireless network comes with security but it won't work if you don't turn it on.Doing so is a little involved but most of us, even the most timid, can accomplish the task.The software with most wireless routers includes a security, called WPA or WEP with newer routers, which will allow you to randomly generate an encrypted 'network key'.This key is required to access your wireless network.Each computer using your network will need to be configured one time with the key.After that everything is automatic.
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Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft

What is "Identity Theft" or "Identity Fraud"? Simply, identity theft is committed when another person's name, Social Security number or other personal information is used to apply for credit, buy goods and services, or commit other fraud. Identity theft is now a federal crime and recently stiffened penalties were put in place but you should still take measures to protect yourself. And if you should be victimized there are steps you can take to minimize your loss.
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Vacation Home Protection

Maintenance for your vacation or second home is pretty much the same as for your primary residence. There are a few reasons why you may need to take a few extra measures with your second home. You are most likely away from your vacation home for periods of time and, if you have nearby neighbors, they may be away from their homes during the same intervals. Many vacation homes are situated 'away from it all' so, if something were to happen to your home, it's possible no one would notice until too late.
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