You may be surprised by the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) rules for recreational drones over private property. The surprise is that they don’t have any rules for those scenarios. They do require registration of the drone and have some restrictions on flying near airports, over sporting events and after dark. But from a privacy perspective,...
Let’s face it, social media like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram have become an integral part of our daily lives! Nearly 3 in 4 U.S. adults now use social media on a regular basis — a number that’s expected to increase in the years to come. While posting updates about your personal life may seem harmless...
Call them Scrooge or the Grinch or just call them what they are – criminals. While it may just feel like horseplay or mischief to them, stealing or vandalizing holiday decorations is a crime. According to a study by an insurance provider, 22.6 million Americans have had their holiday decorations stolen or vandalized. Sometimes these...
While a family leaving on a European vacation without one of their children only happens in the movies, there are still considerations when it comes to leaving children home alone. Some children will be ready for the independence earlier than others. Some may never be comfortable with it. But whatever you decide is best for...
Costumes have been ordered and the house is decorated. Empty storefronts have been temporarily converted to Halloween stores and bulk candy fills the shelves of every store. It is that time again – Halloween! With so much fun to be had with parties and trick or treating, also keep in mind these Halloween safety tips....
Now that school is back in session, routines are set and kids know the plan for getting to and from school. Keeping kids safe on their way to and from school is a top priority. Here are a few tips to make their journey safer. Riding the Bus According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,...
Temperatures feel like summer is already here. Kids will soon be out of school and vacation season will be upon us. There are many things to consider from a security standpoint during the summer: Keeping your Home Safe when you are Away Pool Safety Kids Home Alone for the Summer As you make plans for...
Do you have children or do house guests visit on occasion? What about extended family who often stay with you? If so, do they all know the basic home security rules to keep you safe from burglars and criminals? For example: Do your children know what information shouldn’t be shared with friends? Do your house...
All parents have likely experienced it at least once. You are somewhere big and crowded and your child gets lost. One minute your child is right there with you while you dig through the clearance rack. The next minute, he or she is nowhere to be found. In almost every one of these cases, the...
Ok Google, Alexa, Hey Siri. These are phrases that can be used to interact with a smart speaker via Google, Amazon or Apple. And while these virtual assistants are great for playing music, setting a timer or asking a question, take extra precaution when using them in other ways. Home Automation A number of third...
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