By Bill Wallmuller

What does a BURGLAR like?

Experience has shown us that burglars like many things (mostly other people’s things), but most thieves prefer two conditions:

• An invitation
• A fast, easy, undetected entry and exit

Burglary invitations aren’t stuffed into envelopes as are birthday party invites; nor do we hang signs on our doors – “BURGLARS WELCOME” – the way we attach balloons to the mailbox. However, invitations are sent and signs are posted which are equally effective. Have you observed the pile of newspapers or how the mail overflows from the mailbox? Other invites you might recognize include:

• Unkept yard.
• Keys left in your vehicle while you run into the store.
• Dark or concealed hiding areas.
• Windows left open when you are away.
• Notes left on exterior doors explaining where you have gone.
• The spare house key on top of the door jam. (Did you think no one knew that key was there?)
• Messages on answering machines stating you are away.
• An open garage door.
• Sliding glass door, without auxiliary locks.
• A house unlit night after night.
• Privacy fence.
• Flimsy door latches and locks.
• Basement windows.

Once he or she gets their invitation the burglar also looks for a quick, undetected entry and exit. He or she will choose the path of least resistance, which affords him or her best chance of getting away without being caught. For this reason, most burglars work the night shift hiding under the cover of darkness. This is an opportunity afforded by nature; other access and escape opportunities, which we provide include:

• A large shrub in front of a window
• A dark alley behind the residence
• A privacy fence around the yard
• An unlocked door or window
• A unlocked sliding glass door
• An exterior door without a deadbolt lock

It is very easy to fall into the trap of a false sense of security by thinking such things as “that nothing is going to happen”, “we have never had a burglary in this neighborhood”, and “a house getting broken into only happens in the major cities and their nearby suburbs not out here in the countryside.” It’s when you have a false sense of security and let your guard down by not taking the recommended precautions that the burglar will strike.

Don’t hesitate looking around your home and property today for any invitations hanging out for the burglar. Take the necessary precautions to pull up the welcome mat for these unwanted visitors. Remember, thoughts and intentions are great, but you will accomplish nothing unless you take action.

About the Author: Bill Wallmuller is the founder of Merokee Enterprises has joined the war on crime. Please visit http://www.personal-defense-technology.com.

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