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5 Ways to Protect Your Vacation Rental Property From Intruders

5 Ways to Protect Your Vacation Rental Property From Intruders

A study by the UNC Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology found that burglars are more likely to target homes that appear uninhabited and unarmed due to a lower risk of being caught[2]. Vacation rental properties make prime targets for intruders just for this reason – it’s likely that they are vacant for most of the year, or have frequent periods being unoccupied between guests, and an experienced thief will know how to monitor a home for activity and plan to make his or her move when you’re away. Here are a few ways to protect your vacation rental property from intruders. Continue Reading

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Alarm Systems for Apartment Renters: What Rights Do You Have?

Alarm Systems for Apartment Renters: What Rights Do You Have?

So you recently moved into an apartment with what looks like an alarm system on the wall? You might assume that this means you’ve rented a property that includes an alarm system, but in reality there are many factors to consider before making this assumption. Continue Reading

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Pros and Cons of Providing Alarm Systems for Rental Properties

Pros and Cons of Providing Alarm Systems for Rental Properties

As a property owner or landlord, it can be hard to determine whether the cost of an alarm system is worth the benefit it can provide for your renters. While it may seem more relevant to worry about your own belongings and allow your tenants to worry about theirs, alarm systems for rental properties can prove to benefit you as a landlord just as much as your tenants. Consider these pros and cons of installing an alarm system for your rental properties. Continue Reading

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Alarm Systems For Apartments: Your Questions Answered

Alarm Systems For Apartments: Your Questions Answered

While living in an apartment may seem transient, it’s a good idea to protect your belongings while you are living there to prevent significant damage or loss. If you're questioning why you should install an alarm system for your apartment, consider these key points and features available that make it easier today to protect your belongings, regardless of whether you own the property or not. Continue Reading

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Best Home Alarm System Options to Select for Short-Term Rental Property Owners

Best Home Alarm System Options to Select for Short-Term Rental Property Owners

As a vacation property owner you know that people renting your place, coming and going, and the constant turnover of guests comes with its own level of difficulty. On top of hosting through sites like HomeAway, you have to be concerned with the security of your property and the safety of your guests. Luckily, today’s best home alarm systems add not only the security you need for your property, but a lot of convenience that can make renting your vacation home a smooth, easy process, with less worry or stress. Continue Reading

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