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There is a good chance at some point during the year that your tenants may head off for a much-needed break, leaving your property empty, and potentially vulnerable. The below will help ensure that your property remains protected while your tenants are away. 1. Knock, knock…who’s there? Most burglaries take place when nobody’s home, so it is important to make sure the property appears to be occupied. There are a few simple tricks for doing this, including setting timers on internal lights and investing in a television simulator light. These can act as visual deterrents by making thieves think someone is at home. Ask your tenant to cancel regular deliveries, such as newspapers and if they plan to be away for a while, they may want to consider having post temporarily redirected so it’s not stacking up behind the door – particularly if it has a glass panel. 2. Neighbourhood watch If you don’t live near to your investment property, good neighbours can be a valuable asset. Asking the...

By Sarah Lefebvre on Dec 12 2017 As the congested highways and busy airports around Australia will prove later this month, the Christmas – New Year period is a time when many of us decide to travel away for an annual holiday. But there is more involved in preparing for that annual trip than simply packing enough beach towels or finding minders for the family cat. Burglars are opportunistic in their activity; during Christmas, they are on the prowl.  Here are some tips to better protect your home during the holiday season. 1. Check and secure all locks & look like you’re at home If you have faulty locks on any doors or windows or other entry points, replace them before you head off on your travels. When leaving, double check that all the locks are secured, and have another family member check as well. Lock the back and side gates, activate your security system and bring the spare key that you have hidden outside, back indoors. Mow your lawn just before leaving, lock the ...

Joanna Whitehead | @MsWhitehead100 Friday 1 June 2018 15:46| Holidays can be fun and exciting, but how much thought do you give to the home you’re leaving behind when you set off on your travels ? Alongside the mammoth laundry loads, organising travel, pet sitters and doing double the amount of work to compensate for your time away, the safety and security of your nest can be easy to overlook. Our advice below will ensure you can leave your home safe in the knowledge that you’ve done all you can to safeguard your abode and its contents.   Tell a trusted friend, family member of neighbour that you’re going away Having someone you trust to pop round, open and close curtains and blinds, collect post and, generally, alert any observers to some activity is generally agreed to be a good thing. A pile of mail on the front door mat is a green light for potential intruders, so finding someone to collect this is a good call. Giving your trusted person a key is always wiser...